Bill > S07208

This bill modifies New York state criminal law by making two key changes: First, it amends the criminal procedure law to require that for a specific type of second-degree assault charge (under subdivision ten of section 120.05 of the penal law) involving a dangerous instrument on school grounds, a defendant must plead guilty to the indictment, removing previous discretionary plea options. Second, the bill expands the legal definition of a "dangerous instrument" to explicitly include an umbrella, broadening the scope of what can be considered a potential weapon under the law. The bill appears aimed at addressing serious violent offenses committed on school property by ensuring stricter prosecution and expanding the legal interpretation of dangerous instruments. The changes will take effect on the first of November following the bill's passage into law, providing a clear timeline for implementation of these new legal provisions.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7208