New York courts have struck down most general loitering offenses on constitutional grounds, leaving Suffolk County to rely on narrowly drawn state statutes; the county's Article XII Anti-Discrimination Local Law also bars discriminatory enforcement targeting protected groups.
New York Penal Law Section 240.35 was largely invalidated by the courts as overbroad, leaving narrow remaining loitering categories such as loitering for prostitution, drug activity, or in school zones, several of which have also faced subsequent legal challenges. Suffolk County's Article XII of the Suffolk County Code bars discrimination on race, national origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, and other protected classes in public services and accommodations, providing a backstop against discriminatory loitering enforcement. The County Human Rights Commission accepts complaints and may investigate enforcement patterns.
Police enforcement of invalidated loitering provisions or discriminatory targeting of protected groups can lead to civil rights claims, suppression of evidence, and Human Rights Commission complaints.
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Huntington, NY
Construction and power tool use in Huntington is limited to 7 AM to 7 PM weekdays and 9 AM to 7 PM Saturdays under Chapter 141. No construction permitted Sun...
Huntington, NY
Huntington Town Code Chapter 67 (Animals) and Chapter 141 prohibit habitual barking that disturbs neighbors. Complaints go to the Town Animal Shelter or Suff...
Huntington, NY
Aircraft noise in Huntington is preempted by the FAA. Republic Airport (FRG) in East Farmingdale and helicopter routes over the North Shore are common concer...
Huntington, NY
Huntington Town Code Chapter 141 (Noise) sets quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM weekdays and 10 PM to 9 AM weekends. Unreasonable noise audible beyond property ...
Huntington, NY
Huntington restricts leaf blower use to weekdays 8 AM to 6 PM and weekends 9 AM to 5 PM. Gas blowers are permitted but must meet manufacturer noise specs und...
Huntington, NY
Commercial establishments in Huntington Village and Route 110 corridor must contain noise within property lines. HVAC, deliveries, and dumpster pickups restr...
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