N.Y. Second Class Cities Law Section 173
City owner of supplies

The city shall continue to be the owner of supplies furnished to any poor person or applicant for relief until the same are consumed. If any person to whom the same shall be furnished shall sell or exchange the same for money or intoxicating liquors or in any way dispose of the same other than in the manner directed, such conduct shall be deemed a misdemeanor.

Source: Section 173 — City owner of supplies, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/SCC/173 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Nov. 15, 2025).

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§ 173. City owner of supplies's source at nysenate​.gov

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