N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law Section 9-1501
Removal of trees

No person shall cut, pull or dig up for the purpose of removal, injure or destroy or cause to be so removed, injured or destroyed, any tree on the lands of another without consent of the owner. Any peace officer, acting pursuant to his or her special duties, or police officer may enforce the provisions of this section.

Source: Section 9-1501 — Removal of trees, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/ENV/9-1501 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Aug. 16, 2025).

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