New York State Laws

Buying and selling alcohol is illegal in some areas of New York State. Here's where.

FINDERS KEEPERS: If you find money on the sidewalk in New York State, is keeping it illegal?

Today is the start of the New Year and with that comes plenty of new changes to laws across New York State.

Boating and watercraft safety is a top priority for the Oneida County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies. Starting next year there will be a new law in effect that impacts those who like to operate vessels on open waters.

There is a new law now in effect in New York State that allows a nursing mother a paid break while at work to express breast milk.

One of the biggest fears of any property owner is the threat of a squatter. We have all heard horror stories regarding this type of unwanted occupant, but one hit close to him recently in Central New York.

Here are a few bills signed into law I found interesting that you may not known were introduced and passed this year, including one requiring restroom access to public utility workers.

You're frustrated on the road and want to use your horn? Can you blast a person with your horn in New York State legally? You might not like this answer.

What is Melanie's law and who is it named after?

How much? The cost for offenders can massive. Plus, the answer that 9 out of 10 people got wrong.

There is an annoying drone flying in your backyard, can you take matters into your own hands and shoot it down? Or do you have to leave it be?

You might know when to use your headlights, but do you know what New York State has to say about you using your headlights? Better take a moment to double check!