Laws of New York (Last Updated: November 21, 2014)

Section 357. Judgment

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The judgment in such action or proceeding, if in
  favor of the plaintiff, shall establish the penalty sued for as  a  lien
  upon  such  premises,  subject  only to taxes, assessments, water rates,
  mortgages and mechanics' liens as may exist thereon prior to the  filing
  of the notice of pendency of the action or proceeding.

                    
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