Bill > S04125

This bill modifies the definition of disorderly conduct in family offense proceedings under both the Family Court Act and the Criminal Procedure Law. Specifically, the bill changes the legal standard for what constitutes disorderly conduct by removing the requirement that the act must be intended to cause public inconvenience, annoyance, or alarm. Instead, the bill now allows for a finding of disorderly conduct if there is merely an intent to cause annoyance or alarm, or if the action recklessly creates a risk of such alarm. This modification applies to both family court and criminal court proceedings involving family offenses. The bill expands the scope of what can be considered disorderly conduct by lowering the threshold for intent and removing the "public" location requirement. By making these changes, the bill provides more flexibility for courts in handling cases of disorderly conduct between family members or household members, potentially making it easier to pursue protective measures or legal action in such situations. The bill will take effect immediately upon becoming law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4125