The remedy of summary judgment in lieu of a complaint is available only in an action "based upon a judgment or instrument for the payment of money only" (CPLR 3213). The instant suit to recover security deposited under the terms of a lease does not come within the purview of the quoted language.
The judgment and order should be unanimously reversed, with $10 costs to defendants, motion denied and...
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