New York § 553 - 553Existing rights preserved
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 553 — 553Existing rights preserved, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 553. 553Existing rights preserved
§ 553. Existing rights preserved. The provisions of this act, or the repeal of any provisions of any statute thereby shall not effect or impair any act done or right accrued or acquired, or any liability, penalty, forfeiture or punishment incurred or imposed or any limitation or defense accrued or established, prior to its enactment, but the same may be asserted, enforced, prosecuted or inflicted in the same manner and to the same extent as if this act had not been passed.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 553
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 553 cover?
Section 553 ("553Existing rights preserved") 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 § 553?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 553" (New York). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New York law?
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How does New York § 553 apply to my situation?
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