Bill > A04385

This bill amends the New York Criminal Procedure Law to designate uniformed court officers working in the town of Busti, Chautauqua County, as peace officers. Specifically, the bill adds a new subdivision to section 2.10 of the criminal procedure law that officially recognizes these municipal employees as peace officers, which typically grants them additional law enforcement powers and responsibilities. However, the bill includes an important caveat that these newly designated peace officers cannot carry, possess, repair, or dispose of a firearm unless they first obtain the appropriate license as outlined in section 400.00 of the penal law. This means that while the court officers now have a formal peace officer status, they must still follow strict guidelines regarding firearm possession and obtain proper licensing before handling weapons. The legislation is designed to provide these local court officers with enhanced legal status while maintaining important safety and regulatory restrictions.

Budget and Finance, Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4385