Bill > A04896

This bill amends the New York State Criminal Procedure Law to designate ordinance officers of the Mount Vernon police department as peace officers, with a specific condition that they may only carry a firearm while performing their duties if they have been issued an appropriate license under section 400.00 of the penal law. Currently, ordinance officers typically have limited law enforcement powers, but this bill would expand their status to peace officers, which generally provides greater legal authority. The key provision is that while these officers will now be recognized as peace officers, their ability to carry a firearm remains restricted and contingent upon obtaining the proper licensing. This change appears to be a targeted amendment specifically for Mount Vernon's ordinance officers, potentially enhancing their capability to perform their municipal duties while maintaining strict regulations on firearm possession.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4896