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Abuse of Authority in Housing Court

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gjefferson

Junior Member
What is the name of your state?NY

I received an eviction notice and inturn filed an Order to Show Cause, which was signed. However, upon my return one week later the judge rendered a decision for me to pay a surcharge without reviewing any supporting documents from the landlord's attorney.

Can I have this decision overturned? Should I address the Administrative Judge?

She also questioned my smiling in the courtroom and stated this is not a joke and seemingly appeared to display an abuse of authority.

Please advsise.
 


You Are Guilty

Senior Member
While I'm sure the judge acted entirely appropriately, if there is a specific written decision or order you wish to appeal, the instuctions can be found here: http://www.courts.state.ny.us/courts/nyc/housing/appeals2.shtml

Note the time constraints, as well as the potential cost. Filing a frivilous appeal can have serious consequences, not the least of which is being forced to pay for the other side's attorney's fees for having to respond to it.
 

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