New York § 418 - 418Proceedings, if defendant does not appear
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 418 — 418Proceedings, if defendant does not appear, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 418. 418Proceedings, if defendant does not appear
§ 418. Proceedings, if defendant does not appear. If the defendant does not appear, the court, upon proof of service or publication as provided in the last two sections, may of its own motion, or for cause shown, assign another day or place for hearing the impeachment; or may then, or at any other time which it may appoint, proceed in the absence of the defendant, to trial and judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 418
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 418 cover?
Section 418 ("418Proceedings, if defendant does not appear") 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 § 418?
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