New York § 6-626 - 6-626Streets by prescription
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 6-626 — 6-626Streets by prescription, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-626. 6-626Streets by prescription
§ 6-626 Streets by prescription. All lands within the village which have been used by the public as a street for ten years or more continuously, shall be a street with the same force and effect as if it had been duly laid out and recorded as such.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 6-626
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 6-626 cover?
Section 6-626 ("6-626Streets by prescription") 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 § 6-626?
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Is this the official text of New York law?
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