NYC Housing Court Glossary
Index Number
Plain EnglishYour case number — keep it somewhere safe
Legal Definition
The unique number assigned to your housing court case. You'll find it on your petition. Use it to track your case online at nyc.gov/courts or at the courthouse.
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Practical Tip
You'll need this number every time you deal with the court, online or in person.
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