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Legal Research (Advanced): NY City & State Laws

This guide was created to highlight legal information resources available through the LIU Brooklyn Library and the web.

New York City Laws & Regulations

Use these sources to find information on the Legislative Process of New York City including City rules and regulations. 

New York State Case Law

New York Case Law

Much of New York Case Law (decisions by any state courts) can be found through the State's resources. Use some of the links below to access different content. You can find New York cases, in chronological order from the Appellate, Miscellaneous and Official Reports. 

 
 
New York State Laws & Regulations
 
Search public NY State resources for up to date Laws & Regulations

New York State Civil Court Structure

See the New York State Introductory Guide to New York State Courts for more information on court structure. 

New York State Civil Courts

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