New York A05669 amends the public officers law to impose monetary penalties on public body members who intentionally violate the open meetings law.

New York A05669 amends the public officers law by adding a new subdivision that imposes monetary penalties on any member of a public body who participates in a meeting with the intent and purpose of violating the open meetings law. The fine for a first offense is between $350 and $1,000, while subsequent offenses carry a fine of between $500 and $2,000. Additionally, the convicted member is liable for the costs of prosecution, and the state or any public corporation for the public body cannot reimburse the member for any fines or costs resulting from the violation.

New York A05669 amends the public officers law to impose monetary penalties on public body members who intentionally violate the open meetings law.

New York A05669 amends the public officers law by adding a new subdivision that imposes monetary penalties on any member of a public body who participates in a meeting with the intent and purpose of violating the open meetings law. The fine for a first offense is between $350 and $1,000, while subsequent offenses carry a fine of between $500 and $2,000. Additionally, the convicted member is liable for the costs of prosecution, and the state or any public corporation for the public body cannot reimburse the member for any fines or costs resulting from the violation.