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The Office of the New York State Attorney General offers informational publications on a variety of issues important to New Yorkers.

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pil piblikasyon dwa lokatè yo

Dwa lokatè yo

Aprann plis bagay sou kontra lokasyon, lwaye, kalite kay, sekirite, sèvis piblik, ak pwoteksyon pèsonèl lokatè yo (san konte lojman koperativ oswa kondominyòm).

stack of smart seniors booklets

Granmoun aje entelijan

We offer guidance to help senior citizens better understand how to protect themselves against scams, threats to their health, and elder abuse.

Person dropping car keys into another's hand

Oto


Bwochi lwa sitwon
If your new or used car does not meet its warranty requirements, New York’s “lemon laws” may provide a legal remedy.
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Itilize machin sitwon lwa
If your used car does not meet its warranty requirements, New York’s “lemon laws” may provide a legal remedy.
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Achte yon machin
Get tips on researching vehicles, choosing a dealer, and knowing what to look for in a contract.
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AG james packing things into a box with others around

òganizasyon charitab


Joint Statement from 12 Attorneys General
President Trump is Misleading the American People on Purpose of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Initiatives. 
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Disolisyon nan kòporasyon ki pa pou pwofi ki gen byen
Use our guidance and checklists for dissolving your corporation and disposing of assets.
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Disolisyon nan kòporasyon ki pa pou pwofi san byen
We offer guidance, checklists, and forms to help you dissolve your corporation. 
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Bay charite san danje epi avèk sajès
Read our advice on donating safely and wisely. Ensure your donation goes as far as it can. 
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Fòme ak chanje kòporasyon ki pa pou pwofi yo
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Gid pou òganizasyon ki egzante de taks sou aktivite politik ak lobi
Understand the prohibitions against political and election-related activities by certain tax-exempt organizations.
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Kay adorasyon pou lwe oswa vann: gid kongregasyon yo
Know your rights. You may have voting rights regarding the sale, lease, or mortgage of your organization.
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Anplwaye yon konsèy pwofesyonèl pou ranmase lajan
Ensure that your fundraiser is reputable, honest, and fair, and won't charge more than you can afford.
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Gid pou plizyè eta pou antite prive ki gen fon bous detid charitab
This memorandum includes guidance to the philanthropic community on navigating directives from donors to fund scholarships and grants for racial minorities and other protected classes.
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Employment Initiatives
Multi-State Guidance helping businesses, nonprofits, and other organization operations.
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Kontwòl entèn pou konsèy ki pa pou pwofi yo
Protect your assets, improve your reporting, help you comply with laws, and have efficient operations.
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Jesyon fon dotasyon pou òganizasyon charitab yo
Use our guidance on managing investing funds for your not-for-profit organization. 
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Fizyon ak konsolidasyon ki pa pou pwofi yo
Learn about required approvals registration, and petitions. Understand how to form a plan. 
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Kòporasyon ki pa fè pwofi yo: responsablite direktè yo
Our guidance helps you understand and carry out your fiduciary duties to your organization. 
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Kòporasyon relijye: dispozisyon byen yo 
Ensure that your house of worship follows the laws and correct procedures for disposing of assets. 
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Komèsyal ak lòt dispozisyon byen yo
Our guidance, checklists, and tips help you comply with laws and accomplish a successful transaction. 
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AG James sitting on I love New York sign with kids

Dwa Sitwayen


Diskriminasyon nan travay
Workplace discrimination is illegal. Learn what to do if you experience or witness it. 
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Peye egal
Learn your rights and get helpful resources to ensure that you are paid fairly and equitably.
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Lojman san patipri
Learn about laws concerning discrimination in the rental, sale, or financing of homes.
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Trafik moun
Identify the signs of human trafficking. Find help for yourself or anyone victimized by this crime.
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Fwod sèvis imigrasyon
Immigrants have rights under the law. Use our tips to avoid scams that target you.
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Dwa LGBTQIA+
It is illegal for anyone to harass or discriminate against you because of your sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or HIV/AIDS status or other disability.   
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Aksè nan lang
No matter your primary language or hearing impairment, you have a legal right to information and services.
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Legalizasyon Marigwana ak elimine dosye
Get detailed instructions on expunging marijuana-related convictions from your criminal record.
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Dwa relijye nan espas travay la
Learn the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers for accommodating religious needs.
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Bèt sèvis yo
Laws protect people who rely upon service animals, particularly in public accommodations and housing.
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Arasman seksyèl nan espas travay la
Learn about sexual harassment, the steps you can take, and what to do about retaliation for a harassment complaint.
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Diskriminasyon sous revni
In some areas, landlords cannot discriminate against you if your income does not come from wages.
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AG James delivering eggs with a group of people

Konsomatè yo


Apre tanpèt la
Get tips for dealing with repair contractors and avoiding price gouging after natural disasters.
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Dèt: Jere Surcharge a
Learn about dealing with debt collectors and seeking help from credit-counseling agencies.
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Vòl papye
Avoid deed theft and similar scams and keep possession of your home.
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e-Bike sekirite
Your e-bike is valuable to you and helps you do your job. Protect yourself with our tips.
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Sèvis fineray: Konnen dwa ou yo
Funeral homes must explain exactly what you’re buying, and you don’t have to buy anything you don’t want. Learn more.
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Anplwaye yon kontraktè amelyorasyon kay
Learn about hiring a home-improvement contractor, avoiding scams, and getting your money's worth.
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Twous vòl idantite
Here are immediate steps to take if your identity or other personal information has been stolen.
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Frod IRS
Avoid being scammed by con artists pretending to represent the Internal Revenue Service.
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Bank pri ki ba
Find low-cost services that banks must provide consumers, plus other options like prepaid debit cards.
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Eskrokri ki vize militè a
Government benefits, frequent moves, and complex VA procedures are some of the reasons why scammers target service members. Learn to recognize and avoid scams.
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Paye prè
Read about payday and other types of short-term, high-interest loans. Learn to stay out of debt and avoid scams.
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Frod telefòn
Scammers use both live and robo calls to trick victims. Here are tips on how to avoid the scam. 
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Eskrokri nan bouche kochon
A scammer develops a romantic or friendly bond with you – just to steal your money or identity. Learn to identify and avoid these scams.
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Pwoteje idantite w
Learn what identity theft is and how it works. Get tips for protecting your information and credit.
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Konsomatè konprandr
Use our tips on making smart purchases, not getting cheated, and avoiding bad deals.
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Frod pandan ete
Warm weather can bring out the scammers. Here is how to spot some common scams.
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AG James at a podium with several others

Krim ak sekirite


Deklarasyon dwa viktim krim yo
Victims' rights include the right to know, involvement, protection, help, and reparations.
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Krim rayisman
Learn to protect yourself and others if you experience a hate crime.
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AG James presenting a check for park rehab

Anviwònman


Konbat chanjman nan klima sou wout la
Get tips on fighting climate change and pollution generated by transportation and fossil fuels.
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Anpwazònman penti plon
Avoid and test for lead paint poisoning. Know your rights when renting, owning, and improving your home.
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Mwazi lakay ou
Find out how to remove mold from your home after storms and flooding.
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Konsèy solè pou pwopriyetè kay
Interested in solar panels? Here are some common options and issues to consider.
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AG James standing a a podium for abortion rights

Sante


Dwa avòtman nan New York 
New York protects the abortion rights of everyone, including transgender and nonbinary people.
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Direktiv davans
Learn about end-of-life health care, including advance directives, pain management, hospice care, and organ donation.
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Liy asistans swen sante
Our Health Care Bureau safeguards your health care rights, mediates disagreements, provides resources, and investigates fraud and abuse.
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Kat rabè sante ak preskripsyon
Understand how discount cards work, get advice on making smart purchases and avoiding scams, and learn about OAG services.
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Bwonzaj andedan kay la
Know the facts. Don't fall for myths and misconceptions. Keep yourself safe.
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Lwa egalite nan sante konpòtmantal
Insurance companies must cover treatment for behavioral health as they do for physical health. Learn your rights.
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Mwazi lakay ou
Learn how to remove mold from your home after storms and flooding.
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Sèvis swen sante repwodiksyon
State and federal laws protect both those who provide and those who obtain reproductive health care services in New York.
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Sant swen ijan
Understand how urgent care centers can fit into your various health care options.
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Viktim vyolans domestik
New York laws protect victims of domestic violence, particularly in housing and employment.
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AG James at a podium with a sign that reads protecting tenants

Lojman


Konsèy administrasyon co-op
Read about leases and other documents, and rules and powers of cooperatives' boards. Get tips for tackling problems.
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Vòl papye
Understand how to avoid deed theft and similar scams and keep possession of your home.
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Lojman san patipri
Read about the laws concerning discrimination in the rental, sale, or financing of homes.
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Law enforcement tenants' rights guidance
We provide guidance to law enforcement responding to complaints that tenants or guests are improperly meeting at a building or grounds.
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Lokatè kay prefabrike: Konnen dwa ou yo
Understand rules affecting manufactured home park tenants, including leases and rent increases, health and safety regulations, and eviction protections.
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Lwa sou Degèpisman pou Bon Kòz Eta Nouyòk
In many cases, your landlord cannot evict you without a good reason. Learn how the Good Cause Eviction Law protects you.
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Dwa lokatè imigran yo
Immigrant tenants have rights in New York. We provide resources for more information and guidance.
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Dwa lokatè yo
Understand leases, rent, livability requirements, safety issues, utility services, and personal protections (does not include cooperative or condominium issues).
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Tenant harassment — New York City
Here are tips on what you can do as a tenant to protect yourself from harassment by your landlord.
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Tenant harassment — outside New York City
Here are tips on what you can do as a tenant to protect yourself from harassment by your landlord.
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Guidance for law enforcement on unlawful eviction
We provide guidance to law enforcement responding to complaints about tenants or other occupants being illegally evicted from dwellings
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AG James giving presentation to seniors

Granmoun aje


Direktiv davans
Learn about end-of-life health care, including advance directives, pain management, hospice care, and organ donation.
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Konplo granparan
Many scammers target grandparents. Protect yourself from fraudulent schemes.
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Eskrokri nan bouche kochon
A scammer develops a romantic or friendly bond with you – just to steal your money or identity. Learn to identify and avoid these scams.
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Aje entelijan, envestisè entelijan
Get tips for older adults about making smart investments and avoiding investment fraud.
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Granmoun aje entelijan
Understand how to protect yourself against scams, threats to your health, and elder abuse.
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AG James with a group of students

Elèv yo


Peye pou kolèj
Raise your financial IQ: Get tips for understanding and financing college expenses.
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Elèv, kat kredi, ak bank
Raise your financial IQ: Learn about applying for and using credit cards and banking services.
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AG James nan yon podium ak yon siy ki li kenbe timoun yo an sekirite sou entènèt

Teknoloji


Consumer guide to web tracking
Manage how businesses monitor you online to protect your privacy.
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Twous vòl idantite
Here are immediate steps to take if your identity or other personal information has been stolen.
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Pwoteje idantite w
Understand what identity theft is and how it works. Get tips for protecting your privacy and keeping your credit safe.
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AG James with a group of health care workers

Travayè yo


Peye egal
Learn your rights and get helpful resources to ensure that you are paid fairly and equitably.
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Employees' rights
The law protects all workers' rights in New York. Understand your rights and learn where to find help.
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Diskriminasyon nan travay
Learn about laws concerning workplace discrimination and what you can do if you face it.
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Dwa relijye nan espas travay la
Understand the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers in accommodating religious needs.
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Arasman seksyèl nan espas travay la
Learn what sexual harassment is and the steps a victim can take. Retaliation for a sexual-harassment complaint is illegal.
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