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140.40 – 140.40 | New York Law

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140.40 – 140.40

New York Criminal Procedure § 140.40

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NY CPL § 140.40 - Arrest without a warrant; by person acting other than as a police officer or a peace officer; procedure after arrest 140.40 Arrest without a warrant; by person acting other than as a police officer or a peace officer; procedure after arrest. 1. A person making an arrest pursuant to section 140.30 must without unnecessary delay deliver or attempt to deliver the person arrested to the custody of an appropriate police officer, as defined in subdivision five. For su

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 140.40 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.