N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law § 17-0501: General prohibition against pollution

§ 17-0501. General prohibition against pollution.

1. It shall be unlawful for any person, directly or indirectly, to

throw, drain, run or otherwise discharge into such waters organic or

inorganic matter that shall cause or contribute to a condition in

contravention of the standards adopted by the department pursuant to

section 17-0301.