Legal Databases by Subject: Local / Municipal Law

Last Updated: Nov 6, 2023 2:22 PM

Local Law Databases

Multiple Jurisdictions

American Legal Publishing’s Code Library This link opens in a new window
Full text municipal codes from selected jurisdictions across the United States. More Info
Full-Text PUBLIC
eCode360 Library (General Code) This link opens in a new window
Village, town, city and county codes from over 28 U.S. states. More Info
Full-Text PUBLIC
Municode This link opens in a new window
Full text of select codes and ordinances from local jurisdictions in states and Tribes (and Tribal Nations) across the U.S. More Info
Full-Text PUBLIC

New York City

New York City Charter and Administrative Code (NY Legislature)
Click on "Laws" > "Laws of New York" then scroll to the bottom of the page for:
-New York City Administrative Code
-New York City Charter
New York City Charter, Administrative Code, and Rules
Created by WeGovNYC.

Additional NY Local Codes Available Online

More information

Municipal Codes: A Beginner's Guide (Library of Congress)

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