Laws

You CANNOT buy alcohol here and if you are it is illegal.

In fact, it has been a controversy if the goldfish toss game is actually banned here in New York State.

You see it all the time in the summer. People riding in the bed of a truck - can you get a ticket if you get busted doing it?

With temperatures near 90 it's hard to believe that people are still doing this. Sadly this reminder still has to be put out there.

As a parent, you are responsible for your kid's actions and if they break the law--it could even end up in a fine to the parent, according to New York State. If your child is outside and riding a bike without a helmet, parents can get a $50 fine.

Is it legal for an employer in New York to fire a worker with a history of drug abuse?

Should kids under 16 be banned from using all social media platforms? A new law would deny anyone under the age of 16 from using social media both on the computer and on the phone.

New York State is definitely known for banning things.

Governor Kathy Hochul has signed a law that closes loopholes that had been allowing banks and lenders to foreclose on New Yorkers' homes.

New York residents can now take paid time off to care for a sick sibling.