Bill > S01648

This bill modifies the New York Criminal Procedure Law to allow bail for individuals charged with aggravated cruelty to animals. Specifically, the legislation amends three sections of the criminal procedure law (sections 510.10, 530.20, and 530.40) to include aggravated cruelty to animals, as defined in section 353-a of the Agriculture and Markets Law, as a category of offense for which bail can be set. Prior to this bill, certain offenses like criminal weapon possession and firearm sales to minors were already exceptions to bail restrictions, and this bill adds aggravated cruelty to animals to that list. By making this change, the bill ensures that individuals accused of severe animal abuse can be held accountable through the bail system, potentially preventing further potential animal-related offenses while awaiting trial. The act is designed to take effect immediately upon passage, reflecting the legislature's intent to quickly implement these legal modifications.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1648