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570.42 – 570.42 | New York Law

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570.42 – 570.42

New York Criminal Procedure § 570.42

Statute Summary

NY CPL § 570.42 - Bail; when forfeited If the prisoner is admitted to bail, and fails to appear and surrender himself according to the conditions of his bond or undertaking, the justice of the supreme court or county judge, by proper order, shall declare the bond forfeited and order his immediate arrest without warrant if he be within this state. Recovery may be had on such bond or undertaking in the name of the state as in the case of other bonds or undertakings

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 570.42 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.