Relates to adding aggravated assault in the third degree to the penal law

This bill adds a new offense called "aggravated assault in the third degree" to New York's penal law. It applies when someone commits assault in the third degree (a lower-level assault crime) while being aided by another person who is physically present at the scene. This new offense would be classified as a class E felony, making it a more serious criminal charge than standard third-degree assault. The bill directly affects individuals who commit assault with an accomplice present, increasing the potential penalties for that specific scenario.