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Introduced
03/16/2023
03/16/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the penal law, in relation to establishing the offense of obstructing a police officer
AI Summary
This bill establishes the offense of "obstructing a police officer" as a class E felony. The new law prohibits intentionally interfering with or inhibiting a police officer or peace officer from performing their official duties, including spitting, throwing or spilling items at the officer, or physically pushing, shoving, kicking, or impeding the officer. The bill aims to address actions that obstruct or interfere with law enforcement personnel in carrying out their official responsibilities.
Committee Categories
Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
referred to codes (on 01/03/2024)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
- ‐ Police, Fire, and Law Enforcement
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/A5540 | 03/16/2023 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A05540&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A05540 | 03/16/2023 |
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