New York § 778 - 778Prosecution of undertaking by person aggrieved
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 778 — 778Prosecution of undertaking by person aggrieved, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 778. 778Prosecution of undertaking by person aggrieved
§ 778. Prosecution of undertaking by person aggrieved. The order directing the undertaking to be prosecuted, may, in the discretion of the court, direct the prosecution thereof, by and in the name of any party aggrieved by the misconduct of the accused. In such a case, the plaintiff may recover damages, to the extent of the loss or injury sustained by him, by reason of the misconduct, together with the costs and expenses of prosecuting the special proceeding in which the warrant was issued; not exceeding the sum specified in the undertaking.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 778
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 778 cover?
Section 778 ("778Prosecution of undertaking by person aggrieved") 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.
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