Albany, NY Public Conduct: Skateboarding Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Banned locations
- Publicly owned monuments, sculptures, statuary
- Enforcement
- Police seize skateboard on sight
- 1st offense
- Returned at City Court appearance
- 2nd/3rd offense
- Held 30 days, then returned
- 4th+ offense
- Permanently forfeited to the City
Summary
Albany bans skateboarding on publicly owned monuments, sculptures, and statuary; police may seize the skateboard on the spot, with confiscation periods lengthening for repeat offenders under City Code Chapter 255.
No person shall use or ride a skateboard in, on, or upon any publicly owned monument, sculpture, or other statuary.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4873446; v61 updated 2026-03-18; through 03-18-2026).
Full Breakdown
Albany City Code § 255-9 prohibits using or riding a skateboard on any publicly owned monument, sculpture, or other statuary. Under § 255-11, any police officer who observes a violation must seize the skateboard on the spot and issue a written notice; minors receive notice through a parent or guardian, and a copy is filed with Albany City Court. A first offense skateboard is returned when the rider appears in court. A second or third violation holds the skateboard for 30 days before return. A fourth or subsequent violation forfeits the skateboard to the City of Albany permanently.
Violations & Fines
First offense: skateboard confiscated, returned at City Court appearance. Second/third offense: held 30 days. Fourth or later offense: skateboard permanently forfeited to the City.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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