Bill > A04153

This bill enhances penalties for riot-related offenses in New York State by reclassifying certain riot crimes from misdemeanors to felonies. Specifically, the bill changes riot in the first degree from a Class E to a Class D felony, riot in the second degree and inciting to riot from Class A misdemeanors to Class E felonies. The bill also modifies existing laws to include riot-related offenses as factors in bail considerations and expands the circumstances under which burglary and arson can be charged. For burglary, the bill adds a new provision that increases the severity of the charge if the person is simultaneously engaged in riot-related offenses. Similarly, for arson, the bill adds a new condition that can elevate the charge if the person is simultaneously engaged in riot offenses. Additionally, the bill updates language to use gender-neutral terms like "they" instead of "he" and modifies bail eligibility to include riot-related offenses as potential disqualifying factors. These changes aim to create stricter legal consequences for individuals involved in riots and related criminal activities.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4153