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120.40 – 120.40 | New York Law

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120.40 – 120.40

New York Criminal Procedure § 120.40

Statute Summary

NY CPL § 120.40 - Warrant of arrest; attaching accusatory instrument to warrant of town court, village court or city court 120.40 Warrant of arrest; attaching accusatory instrument to warrant of town court, village court or city court. A town court, village court or city court which issues a warrant of arrest may attach thereto a duplicate copy of the underlying accusatory instrument. If one or more duplicate copies of the warrant are issued, such court may attach as many copies

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 120.40 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.