Bill > S07327

This bill amends the New York Criminal Procedure Law to grant peace officer status to certain security officers employed by Highland Hospital, with specific limitations on their powers and authority. Under the new provision, these security officers will have peace officer powers, but only when operating within the hospital's grounds or premises. They can also exercise these powers beyond the hospital premises in limited circumstances, such as when requested by local law enforcement to transport an arrested individual when no local law enforcement officer is available. The peace officers are restricted to specific powers, including the ability to detain an individual for a reasonable time while awaiting law enforcement if they have 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 obtain the appropriate license under the penal law. The legislation aims to provide Highland Hospital security officers with limited law enforcement capabilities while maintaining strict restrictions on their use of force and firearms.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7327