Gold v. Department of Motor Vehicles

OPINION OF THE COURT

Roger J. Miner, J.

In this proceeding pursuant to CPLR article 78 petitioner seeks judgment "annulling the determination of the respondent in refusing to issue to petitioner the special number plate 'ESQUIRE’ and directing the respondents to issue said special number plate to petitioner.” Respondents move to dismiss the petition on objections in point of law and petitioner cross-moves for summary judgment. The cross motion is an improper procedural device in this proceeding. (6 Carmody-Wait 2d, NY Civ Prac, § 39:3; 8 Weinstein-Korn-Miller, NY Civ Prac, par 7801.03.)

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