New York · New York Penal Law (PEN)
N.Y. Penal Law § 200.56: Corrupt use of position or authority
Felony
What this law says, in plain English
A person commits a class E felony by corruptly using public office or authority to influence appointments, employment, or political action in exchange for corrupt consideration or favors.
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