What is the relevant limitation period for an action under Section 1983 of the New York State Code of Civil Procedure?
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The following excerpt is from Muwwakkil v. Hoke, 107 F.3d 3 (2nd Cir. 1997):
In an action under 1983, "the length of the limitation period is governed by state law." Okure v. Owens, 816 F.2d 45, 47 (2d Cir.1987), aff'd, 488 U.S. 235 (1989). Under New York law, the relevant limitation period is three years. See Leon v. Murphy, 988 F.2d 303, 309 (2d Cir.1993).
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