N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law 71-2710 – Endangering public health, safety or the environment in the fifth degree
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§ 71-2710. Endangering public health, safety or the environment in the
Attorney's Note
Under the New York Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class B misdemeanor | up to 3 months | up to $500 |
fifth degree.
A person is guilty of endangering public health, safety or the environment in the fifth degree when with criminal negligence he engages in conduct which causes the release of more than five gallons or fifty pounds, whichever is less, of an aggregate weight or volume of a substance hazardous to public health, safety or the environment.
Endangering public health, safety or the environment in the fifth degree is a class B misdemeanor.