Bill > S05630

This bill amends the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law to create a new first-degree aggravated unlicensed operation offense when a person commits aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the third degree and causes the death or serious physical injury of another person. Specifically, the bill adds a new subparagraph to existing law that elevates the criminal charge from a third-degree offense to a first-degree offense if the unlicensed driver's actions result in fatal or seriously injurious consequences. The bill also updates related sections of the law to ensure that the new provision is properly integrated into existing legal language, including adjusting exceptions and references to the new offense. This change appears to be designed to impose more severe legal consequences on drivers who are operating a vehicle without a valid license and cause significant harm to others, effectively treating such incidents as a more serious criminal offense. The bill will take effect on the first of November following its enactment.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5630