Bill > S09109

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to grant peace officer status to individuals employed by the town of Southold who serve as public safety officers on Fishers Island, a geographically isolated community. Peace officers are individuals authorized to enforce laws and make arrests, and this designation will provide these specific public safety officers with enhanced authority. However, the bill explicitly states that this new status does not permit them to carry, possess, repair, or dispose of firearms unless they obtain the proper license as required by section 400.00 of the penal law, which governs firearm licensing in New York. The act takes effect immediately upon its passage.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S9109