[PDF] THE RULES OF THE CHIEF JUDGE PART 36

What is section 36 of New York State Public Officers Law?

The primary provision that authorizes removal of town, village improvement district and fire district public officers is §36 of Article 3 of New York State Public Officers Law (Section 36). Section 36 sets a high standard for the removal of town, village improvement district or fire district public officers by a court.

What is Article 3 of New York State Public Officers Law?

Article 3 of New York State Public Officers Law (POL Article 3) identifies the circumstances under which a public officer no longer has the right to hold office, because a vacancy has been created in the office. Public Officers Law Article 3 also identifies how to fill a vacancy that is created in public office.

What are the qualifications for a public officer in New York?

We will now look at each of these qualifications in more detail. The State is authorized to set the qualifications for public officers and employees in accordance with the New York State Constitution. As a general rule, public officers must be at least 18 years of age. However, some public officers have different requirements.

What is the right to hold a public office in New York?

Once validly in a public office, you have the right to hold the office until there is a vacancy in the office. Article 3 of New York State Public Officers Law (POL Article 3) identifies the circumstances under which a public officer no longer has the right to hold office, because a vacancy has been created in the office.