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NY S03717

NY S03717
Establishes the class E felony of official interference with transportation by a public servant.


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Introduced
01/29/2025
In Committee
01/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the penal law, in relation to establishing the offense of official interference with transportation

AI Summary

This bill establishes a new criminal offense in New York State called "official interference with transportation," which is classified as a class E felony. The law applies to public servants who intentionally obstruct transportation by either performing an unauthorized act while knowingly exceeding their official powers or deliberately failing to carry out an official duty that is inherent to their public role. Specifically, the bill covers interference with any mode of transportation including roadways, highways, bridges, railways, waterways, or airways within the state. A public servant can be charged with this felony if they take actions that impede, hamper, stall, or otherwise disrupt the normal progress of transportation systems. The bill aims to provide legal recourse against public officials who misuse their position to intentionally create transportation disruptions. A class E felony in New York is considered a lower-level felony but still carries potential prison time and other serious legal consequences. The law would take effect immediately upon passage.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO CODES (on 01/29/2025)

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