Understand how New York’s code shapes civil and criminal cases.
This nonfiction guide explains the Code of Procedure as amended in the 19th century, with notes, index, and practical explanations. It covers the structure of remedies, the definitions of action and special proceeding, and how judgments, appeals, and costs are handled.
The material surveys how actions are classified, how civil and criminal remedies interact, and what counts as a valid proceeding. It also outlines the rules for entering judgments, processing appeals, and calculating related fees and disbursements. The work includes explanations of amendments and how they affected cases from 1848 onward, helping readers trace the evolution of procedure.
- Distinguish between actions and special proceedings and what each covers
- Learn how judgments can be entered, appealed, and adjusted
- See how costs, fees, and disbursements are determined on appeal
- Explore historical amendments and notes that illuminate procedural changes
Ideal for students, historians, and legal professionals seeking a clear picture of 19th‑century New York procedure.