Bill > S00456

This bill amends the New York Correction Law to expand the definition of sex offenses to include sexually motivated felonies. Specifically, the bill modifies an existing section of law that lists offenses requiring sex offender registration by adding "sexually motivated felony" (as defined in section 130.91 of the penal law) to the list of qualifying offenses. The change means that individuals convicted of a felony that is determined to be sexually motivated will now be required to register as a sex offender, broadening the existing categories of offenses that trigger sex offender registration requirements. This expansion aims to capture a wider range of criminal behaviors that have a sexual component, even if they are not traditional sex crimes. The bill will take effect 90 days after becoming law, giving state agencies and law enforcement time to prepare for the updated registration requirements.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S456