Relates to penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving a death
This bill, "Nick's Law," increases penalties for drivers who flee the scene of an accident resulting in death. It upgrades the offense to a class B felony punishable by fines up to $30,000 (previously a lower misdemeanor or felony level). The law directly affects drivers who fail to stop and report after causing a fatal accident, distinguishing this scenario from lesser violations like not exchanging insurance information. Key provisions include specific fine tiers based on severity (e.g., $750-$1,000 for injury, $30,000 max for death) and clarify that fleeing a fatal accident is treated as a serious felony. The bill amends vehicle and traffic law sections and criminal procedure law to reflect these enhanced penalties.
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failed
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Jan 2025
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Introduced Jan 27, 2025
Last action May 20, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 27, 2025
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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