Public Conduct in Albany County, NY (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Albany County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Albany County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Outdoor Smoking Restrictions
Albany County prohibits smoking, tobacco use and vaping in every County-owned park and outdoor recreation area under Local Law No. 2-2017. The Department of Health posts warning signs, and violators face a civil penalty of $50 for a first offense, rising to $200-$500 for later offenses, enforceable by any law enforcement agency.
Albany County Bans Smoking in County Parks
Heavy RestrictionsCode of the County of Albany § 242-14
§ 242-14. Prohibited conduct. Smoking and the use of tobacco products and electronic aerosol delivery systems shall be prohibited within all County-owned parks and outdoor recreation areas. For purposes of this section, "County-owned" shall mean all parks or outdoor recreation areas owned and operated by the County of Albany. ... § 242-16. Penalties for offenses; enforcement. A. Any person who ...
Public Conduct by City in Albany County
2 cities in Albany County have their own public conduct rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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