CPLR 3005 · Article 30. Remedies and Pleading
Relief against mistake of law
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§ 3005. Relief against mistake of law. When relief against a mistake is sought in an action or by way of defense or counterclaim, relief shall not be denied merely because the mistake is one of law rather than one of fact.
Source of truth
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- Law content up to date as of July 3, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
- Official file
- https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/CVP3005
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