Bill > A03992

This bill expands criminal liability for corporations in cases involving death or serious physical injury at unmarked worksites. Specifically, the bill defines an "unmarked worksite" as a location where construction, renovation, or demolition is occurring without adequate signage to notify people of the work. The legislation allows for criminal prosecution of corporations if their agents cause death or serious physical injury on such sites through negligent, reckless, intentional, or knowing actions. The bill also modifies existing penalties, allowing courts to order restitution beyond standard statutory amounts and establishing higher fine limits for corporations found guilty of these offenses. For felony convictions related to unmarked worksites, corporations could face fines up to $500,000, and for misdemeanor convictions, fines could reach $300,000. These changes aim to enhance worker and public safety by creating stronger legal accountability for corporations that fail to properly secure and warn about potentially dangerous construction sites. The bill will take effect on the first day of January following its passage into law.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3992