New York § 204-E - 204-EUnauthorized destruction of property
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 204-E — 204-EUnauthorized destruction of property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 204-E. 204-EUnauthorized destruction of property
§ 204-e. Unauthorized destruction of property. No individual or corporation having a possessory or proprietary interest in a building or motor vehicle within the meaning of section 150.05 of the penal law shall ignite a fire or cause an explosion in such building or motor vehicle without the prior written permission of the chief of the local department or fire company with the responsibility to respond to a fire call, or the chief's designee.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 204-E
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 204-E cover?
Section 204-E ("204-EUnauthorized destruction of property") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New York § 204-E?
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