Bill > A04644

This bill amends the New York Penal Law to expand the definition of burglary in the second degree to include premises used as a farm operation. Currently, burglary in the second degree applies to unlawfully entering a building with intent to commit a crime, especially under certain aggravating circumstances like being armed or causing injury. The bill adds a new provision that classifies burglary in the second degree when the unlawful entry occurs on real property used as a farm operation, as defined in the Agriculture and Markets Law. By including farm premises, the bill provides additional legal protection for agricultural properties and recognizes the potential vulnerability of these locations to criminal activity. The change maintains the existing classification of burglary in the second degree as a class C felony and would take effect immediately upon enactment.