Bill > A01384

This bill, known as the "Jessica Lunsford Act", enhances legal protections for children by significantly expanding the definition and penalties for predatory sexual assault against a child. The bill broadens the existing legal definition of predatory sexual assault to include more scenarios, such as when the perpetrator has a specific relationship to the victim (like being a relative, guardian, or having supervisory authority), or when the crime occurs during another felony like burglary or kidnapping, or involves specific aggravating circumstances like using a weapon or causing serious physical injury. The bill mandates a minimum 25-year prison sentence for individuals convicted of predatory sexual assault against a child, which is classified as a class A-II felony. Additionally, the legislation requires that when such offenders are released on parole or conditional release, they must be electronically monitored using a global positioning satellite tracking device for the duration of their release or for life, whichever comes first. This comprehensive approach aims to provide stronger legal consequences for sexual crimes against children and enhance community safety by ensuring continued tracking of offenders after their release from prison.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1384