Bill > A00160

This bill amends the New York Correction Law to prohibit registered sex offenders from entering, being in, or being located within 500 feet of state and municipal-owned parks. Specifically, the legislation adds a new section (168-w) to the existing law that applies to individuals who are required to register as sex offenders under the current legal framework. By establishing this geographical restriction, the bill aims to prevent registered sex offenders from accessing public parks, which are typically areas where children and families gather. The prohibition is comprehensive, covering both state parks and parks owned by municipalities, and creates a clear 500-foot exclusion zone around these recreational spaces. The act is designed to take effect immediately upon passage, providing instant implementation of the new restrictions for registered sex offenders across New York state.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A160