New York § 80 - 80Discrimination against non-residents

Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 80 — 80Discrimination against non-residents, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 80. 80Discrimination against non-residents

§ 80. Discrimination against non-residents. Any restriction or regulation imposed by the governing board of a municipal corporation upon the inhabitants of any other municipal corporation within this state, carrying on or desiring to carry on any lawful business or calling within the limits thereof, which shall not be necessary for the proper regulation of such trade, business or calling, and shall not apply to citizens of all parts of the state alike, except ordinances or regulations in reference to traveling circuses, shows and exhibitions, shall be void.

Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 80

What does New York Consolidated Laws § 80 cover?

Section 80 ("80Discrimination against non-residents") 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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