Bill > S01879

This bill amends the New York Criminal Procedure Law to expand the definition of "police officer" to include federal law enforcement officers who are listed under section 2.15 of the criminal procedure law. By adding a new paragraph to subdivision 34 of section 1.20, the legislation broadens the legal classification of police officers to encompass federal agents, which could potentially impact various legal procedures and protections. The change means that federal law enforcement officers will now be considered police officers under New York state law, potentially granting them similar rights, responsibilities, and legal status as state and local police officers. The bill is straightforward and will take effect immediately upon enactment, which suggests an intent to quickly implement this definitional change across New York's criminal justice system.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1879