Penal Law § 55.00 · Article 55. Classification and Designation of Offenses
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§ 55.00 Applicability of article.
The provisions of this article govern the classification and designation of every offense, whether defined within or outside of this chapter.
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- Law content up to date as of October 23, 2026, as published by the New York State Senate (Open Legislation)
- Official file
- https://legislation.nysenate.gov/pdf/laws/PEN55.00
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