N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law 71-4404 – Unlawful possession of regulated medical waste in the first degree
§ 71-4404. Unlawful possession of regulated medical waste in the first
Attorney's Note
Under the New York Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class E felony | between 1 and 4 years | up to $5,000 |
Terms Used In N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law 71-4404
- Regulated medical waste: means regulated medical waste as defined in title 15 of article 27 of this chapter. See N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law 71-4401
degree.
No person shall:
1. Knowingly and intentionally possess more than three hundred gallons or three thousand pounds, whichever is less, of an aggregate weight or volume of regulated medical waste at a place other than the facility at which such waste was generated; or
2. Recklessly possess more than five hundred gallons or five thousand pounds, whichever is less, of an aggregate weight or volume of regulated medical waste at a place other than the facility at which such waste was generated.
3. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any person for acts undertaken in compliance with the provisions of titles 3 and 15 of article 27 of this chapter or the rules, regulations, permits or orders promulgated pursuant thereto.
Unlawful possession of regulated medical waste in the first degree is a class E felony.