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2.10 – 2.10 | New York Law

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2.10 – 2.10

New York Criminal Procedure § 2.10

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NY CPL § 2.10 - Persons designated as peace officers Notwithstanding the provisions of any general, special or local law or charter to the contrary, only the following persons shall have the powers of, and shall be peace officers: 1. Constables or police constables of a town or village, provided such designation is not inconsistent with local law. 2. The sheriff, undersheriff and deputy sheriffs of New York city and sworn officers of the Westchester county department of publi

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 2.10 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.