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Penal Law § 200.40 · Article 200. Bribery Involving Public Servants and Related Offenses

Bribe giving and bribe receiving for public office; definition of term

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§ 200.40 Bribe giving and bribe receiving for public office; definition of term.

As used in sections 200.45 and 200.50, "party officer" means a person who holds any position or office in a political party, whether by election, appointment or otherwise.

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Law content up to date as of October 23, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
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https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/PEN200.40
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