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359 – 359

New York Vehicle & Traffic § 359

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NY VAT § 359 - Definitions 359. Definitions. The following words and phrases when used in this article shall, for the purpose of this article, have the following meanings: (a) The singular shall include the plural; the masculine shall include the feminine and neuter, as requisite. (b) Commissioner. The commissioner of motor vehicles of this state. (c) Department. The department of motor vehicles of this state acting directly or through its duly authorized officers and agents. (d

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