N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law § 9-1501: Removal of trees

§ 9-1501. Removal of trees.

No person shall cut, pull or dig up for the purpose of removal, injure

or destroy or cause to be so removed, injured or destroyed, any tree on

the lands of another without consent of the owner. Any peace officer,

acting pursuant to his or her special duties, or police officer may

enforce the provisions of this section.