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NY A06402

NY A06402
Relates to the crime of aggravated assault upon a police officer or a peace officer.


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Introduced
03/07/2019
In Committee
01/08/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the penal law, in relation to the crime of aggravated assault upon a police officer or a peace officer The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assem- bly, do enact as follows: 1

AI Summary

This bill amends the Penal Law to change the definition of the crime of "aggravated assault upon a police officer or a peace officer." Specifically, it removes the requirement that the assault be committed "by means of a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument" in order for it to be considered a class B felony. The bill aims to broaden the circumstances under which an assault on a police or peace officer can be charged as a more serious felony offense.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

held for consideration in codes (on 07/17/2020)

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