NY A01640

Tenants who are victims of alleged domestic violence can request their landlord replace the lock on their entrance door within 24 hours of the incident

Acceptable proof of domestic violence includes a police report, restraining order, other court document, or a signed attestation alleging the incident

Civil penalties for landlord non-compliance: $100 for failure within 24 hours, $250 for failure within 48 hours, and $500 for each subsequent 24-hour period until the lock is replaced

Applies to both general rental properties under the Real Property Law and multiple dwellings under the Multiple Dwelling Law, excluding municipal housing authority properties

Exemptions include hotels, motels, and college or school dormitories