Criminal Justice

in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10210: Establishes the crime of corporate catastrophe

Establishes the crime of corporate catastrophe; defines catastrophe as widespread injury or damage by explosion, fire, flood, avalanche, collapse of building, release of poison gas, radioactive material or other harmful or destructive force or substance, or by any other means of causing potentially widespread injury or damage; establishes crimes for causing, risking, or failing to prevent a catastrophe.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new criminal offense for corporate negligence, expanding criminalization as per oppose indicator.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10337: Relates to licensing and other provisions relating to firearms; repealer

This bill amends New York State's firearm licensing rules by updating eligibility criteria and procedural requirements. It directly affects individuals applying for firearm licenses (including carry permits) and gun dealers, requiring stricter checks for criminal history, mental health status, substance use, and immigration status. Key provisions include adding specific mental health restrictions, expanding criminal offenses disqualifying applicants, and modifying Westchester County's requirement for firearms safety training. The bill revises existing licensing standards without creating new penalties or restrictions, focusing on refining the application process and background checks. It replaces prior language from 2022 amendments to the penal law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill tightens firearm licensing with stricter checks for criminal history, mental health, and substance use to prevent gun violence, supporting criminal justice goals of public safety.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill explicitly requires immigration status checks for firearm licensing, restricting access for certain immigrants per eligibility criteria.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 18, 2026

S 9236: Relates to falsely reporting an incident through the use of artificial intelligence

This bill (S 9236) amends New York's Penal Law to explicitly include communications generated by artificial intelligence (AI) in the definition of "falsely reporting an incident in the third degree." It directly affects individuals who use AI tools to create and circulate false reports about crimes, emergencies, or child abuse incidents to authorities or the public. The key provision adds "using artificial intelligence or generative artificial intelligence" to all scenarios where false reporting is prohibited, such as reporting non-existent emergencies or falsely accusing someone of a crime. Violating this law remains a class A misdemeanor, applying equally to AI-generated and human-created false reports.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens false reporting laws to include AI-generated communications, enhancing law enforcement's ability to address AI-facilitated misinformation in criminal contexts.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts AI misuse by criminalizing false reports generated via AI, directly limiting a specific technology application.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 20, 2026

A 10282: Establishes a new assault crime for an assault on a retired police officer who previously arrested the assailant

Establishes a new assault crime for an assault on a retired police officer who previously arrested the assailant; establishes that assaulting such a retired police officer with intent to seek retribution is assault in the first degree.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization by creating new assault offense against retired officers, increasing penalties for specific retaliation95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Violent Crime

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 9126: Enacts "India's law"

Enacts "India's law" under which an incarcerated individual's next of kin shall be notified and allowed visitation by a local correctional facility when such individual is experiencing a serious medical event or demonstrating behavior that is likely to result in serious harm to themselves or others.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill requires correctional facilities to notify next of kin during medical crises or safety risks, promoting transparency and family involvement in inmate care, aligning with rehabilitation and civil rights protections in criminal justice reform.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10224: Enacts the "fraudulent claims reduction and unlawful deception act"

Enacts the "fraudulent claims reduction and unlawful deception act" or "FRAUD act"; establishes the crimes of staging a construction site accident for insurance fraud and auto insurance fraud involving staged collisions and fabricated claims; provides for enhanced penalties and enforcement for construction site and auto claims fraud.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new crimes (insurance fraud staging) with enhanced penalties, expanding criminalization. Aligns with 'oppose' indicator of increasing criminalization.90% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly May 5, 2026

A 10124: Prohibits youthful offender status for persons who commit a hate crime

This bill (A 10124) changes New York's criminal law by removing hate crimes from the list of offenses that allow a young person to receive a "youthful offender" finding instead of a formal conviction. Specifically, it amends the criminal procedure law to explicitly exclude "hate crime" (as defined in Penal Law § 485.05) from the types of offenses eligible for youthful offender status. This means individuals convicted of hate crimes will no longer qualify for this status, resulting in a formal adult conviction record. The change directly affects young people (typically under 18) who commit hate crimes, requiring them to face adult sentencing procedures rather than the rehabilitative options available under youthful offender status. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRemoves youthful offender leniency for hate crimes, increasing sentencing severity and restricting defendant rights per hate crime definition.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Sentencing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10166: Establishes the division of the crime victims' statewide advocate to represent crime victims' legal interests

Establishes the division of the crime victims' statewide advocate to represent crime victims' and witnesses' legal interests during discovery and trial and assist with victim compensation applications.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates victim advocate role to represent legal interests in court and assist with compensation, strengthening victim protections within criminal justice system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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in committee · New York · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 9187: Adds nitazene to schedule I of controlled substances

S 9187 adds nitazene to Schedule I of New York's controlled substances list under Public Health Law. This makes nitazene illegal without a license, directly affecting anyone who possesses, distributes, or uses it. The bill creates a new entry (paragraph 37-a) in Schedule I to prohibit nitazene, aligning it with substances like heroin and LSD that have no accepted medical use and a high abuse potential. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeAdds nitazene to Schedule I, expanding criminalization of drug possession under strict penalties, aligning with heroin/LSD enforcement standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Feb 12, 2026

A 10246: Prohibits unlicensed activities of virtual currency businesses

This bill (A 10246) prohibits operating virtual currency businesses (like exchanges or wallet services) without a state license. It directly affects individuals or companies engaging in virtual currency transactions without authorization. Key provisions establish tiered criminal penalties: a class A misdemeanor for basic violations, and escalating felony charges (class E, D, or C) based on transaction value - such as $25,000+ in 30 days triggering a class E felony. The law focuses on financial activity involving virtual currency, not general cryptocurrency use, and sets clear monetary thresholds for penalties.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new criminal offenses for unlicensed virtual currency businesses, expanding criminalization. This aligns with 'oppose' indicators (expands criminalization) without addressing criminal justice reform.85% confidence

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