Bill > A07345

This bill amends the New York criminal procedure law to grant peace officer status to security officers employed by Highland Hospital, with specific limitations. The bill allows these security officers to have peace officer powers, but only while on the hospital's grounds or premises, and in limited circumstances beyond the hospital campus. They can detain individuals for a reasonable time while waiting for law enforcement, but only if they have actual knowledge or probable cause that an offense has been committed. Importantly, the bill explicitly states that these peace officers are not authorized to carry, possess, repair, or dispose of a firearm unless they have the appropriate license under New York penal law. Additionally, their peace officer powers are restricted to specific actions defined in the criminal procedure law, such as making arrests and detaining individuals. The bill provides these officers with a defined set of law enforcement capabilities tailored specifically to their role in hospital security, while ensuring they do not have broad policing powers or unrestricted access to weapons.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7345