Bill > S05610

This bill amends the New York criminal procedure law to extend the statute of limitations for first-degree assault cases involving family or household members. Specifically, the bill establishes a ten-year window from the date of the offense during which prosecutors can bring charges for first-degree assault (as defined in section 120.10 of the penal law) committed against someone in the same family or household (as defined in section 530.11 of the criminal procedure law). Previously, the statute of limitations for such cases was likely shorter, and this bill provides victims of domestic violence more time to report and pursue legal action against their assailants. The expanded timeframe recognizes that victims of domestic violence may need additional time to come forward due to the complex psychological and emotional dynamics often present in familial assault cases. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5610