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1220 – 1220

New York Vehicle & Traffic § 1220

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NY VAT § 1220 - Throwing refuse on highways and adjacent lands prohibited 1220. Throwing refuse on highways and adjacent lands prohibited. (a) No person shall throw, dump, deposit or place, or cause to be thrown, dumped, deposited or placed upon any highway, or within the limits of the right of way of such highway, or upon private lands adjacent thereto, any refuse, trash, garbage, rubbish, litter or any nauseous or offensive matter. (b) Nothing herein contained shall b

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In simple terms: Learn about New York's 1220 law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.