New York § 702 - 702Application
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 702 — 702Application, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 702. 702Application
§ 702. Application. 1. Except as provided in subdivision two of this section, this chapter shall not apply to statements of accounts rendered to customers by public utilities whose billing practices are subject to the jurisdiction and regulation of the public service commission. 2. Subject to federal law and regulation, no creditor shall charge a consumer an additional rate or fee associated with payment on an account when the consumer chooses to pay by United States mail. This subdivision shall not be construed to prohibit a creditor from offering consumers a credit or other incentive to elect a specific payment option.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 702
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 702 cover?
Section 702 ("702Application") 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 § 702?
A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 702" (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 § 702 apply to my situation?
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