Establishes that making a terroristic threat is a qualifying offense for bail
This bill updates New York State law to include making a terroristic threat as a specific crime that qualifies for bail eligibility. It achieves this by amending existing sections of the Criminal Procedure Law to list terroristic threats alongside other serious terrorism-related offenses, such as money laundering in support of terrorism. The changes apply to the legal processes for granting bail in cases involving these designated crimes, ensuring they are treated consistently with other felony terrorism charges. The legislation does not alter the definition of the crime itself but rather adjusts the procedural rules regarding pre-trial release for individuals charged with it.
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Introduction
May 2024
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Introduced May 16, 2024
Last action May 16, 2024
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Steve Rhoads
RRepublican/Conservative
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