New York § 903 - 903Description of class

Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 903 — 903Description of class, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 903. 903Description of class

§ 903. Description of class. The order permitting a class action shall describe the class. When appropriate the court may limit the class to those members who do not request exclusion from the class within a specified time after notice.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 903

What does New York Consolidated Laws § 903 cover?

Section 903 ("903Description of class") 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 § 903?

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Is this the official text of New York law?

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