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540.20 – 540.20 | New York Law

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540.20 – 540.20

New York Criminal Procedure § 540.20

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NY CPL § 540.20 - Forfeiture of bail; certain local criminal courts Notwithstanding the provisions of section 540.10, when bail has been posted in a city court, town court or village court in connection with a local criminal court accusatory instrument, other than a felony complaint, and thereafter such bail is forfeited, the following rules are applicable: 1. If such bail consists of a bail bond, the financial officer of such city, town or village must promptl

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 540.20 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.