Criminal Justice

in committee · New York · Senate Mar 23, 2026

S 7382: Relates to increasing penalties for certain larceny and fraud crimes against elderly persons

This bill increases penalties for theft and fraud targeting individuals aged 60 or older, classifying these crimes as Class B felonies. It directly affects elderly victims (60+) and perpetrators of such offenses, including common scams like identity theft or fake tech support calls. The law creates two new criminal provisions: Section 165.80 for theft against elderly persons and Section 190.91 for fraud against elderly persons, both elevating penalties from lesser offenses. This change reflects legislative intent to address a 14% rise in elder fraud complaints (2023) and $77.7 billion in global fraud linked to elderly victims annually.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties for theft/fraud against elderly (Class B felonies), expanding criminalization and elevating sentences - directly aligns with 'oppose' indicators of harsher sentencing.95% confidence

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failed · New York · Assembly Apr 21, 2026

A 5228: Enacts the criminal street gang abatement act of 2025; appropriation

Enacts the criminal street gang abatement act which provides enhanced penalties for persons involved with criminal street gangs; establishes the crime of gang solicitation of minors on school grounds; allows for roving interceptions by police after adequate cause is shown; establishes the witness protection fund.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill imposes enhanced penalties for gangs, expands criminalization of minor solicitation, and enables broader police surveillance - aligns with 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 7824: Establishes certain offenses relating to crypto fraud

Bill S 7824 establishes new criminal offenses related to cryptocurrency fraud, impacting individuals and entities involved in virtual token transactions. It defines and prohibits three specific types of fraud: "virtual token fraud" for deceptive practices in crypto dealings, "illegal rug pulls" where developers make misrepresentations and abandon projects causing losses, and "private key fraud" for unauthorized access or misuse of a person's digital asset keys. Violators could face significant civil fines up to $25 million or imprisonment for up to 20 years, or both. The bill aims to provide legal protections against fraudulent activities within the digital asset space.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new criminal offenses (crypto fraud) and penalties, expanding criminalization. This aligns with 'oppose' indicator of 'expands criminalization'.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill criminalizes crypto fraud types (rug pulls, key misuse), enhancing consumer protection in digital asset transactions, aligning with cybersecurity and fraud prevention indicators.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 5500: Creates the crime of stalking a police officer or peace officer

Creates the crime of stalking a police officer or peace officer when a person intentionally, and for no legitimate purpose, engages in a course of conduct directed at a specific police officer, peace officer or a person who they know or reasonably should know is a member of such officer's immediate family, and knows or reasonably should know that such conduct is likely to cause reasonable fear of material harm to the physical health, safety or property of such officer or member of such officer's immediate family; makes stalking a police officer or peace officer a class E felony; requires the posting of bail; makes related provisions.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new offense for stalking officers, expanding criminalization without reform indicators. Matches 'oppose' criteria of increased criminalization.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Policing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6736: Establishes certain offenses based on homicide due to criminal sale of a controlled substance and the criminal sale of a controlled substance to a child in the first degree

Establishes certain offenses based on homicide due to criminal sale of a controlled substance; establishes the offense of criminal sale of a controlled substance to a child in the first degree; expands the definition of controlled substances with respect to certain offenses; increases the felony classification of certain controlled substance offenses; includes electronic prescriptions and blank prescription forms in the definition of certain controlled substance offenses.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases felony classifications for drug offenses and expands criminalization of controlled substance sales, directly opposing criminal justice reform by strengthening penalties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Violent Crime

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3405: Establishes the crime of package theft in the fourth, third, second and first degrees

Establishes the crime of package theft in the fourth, third, second and first degrees; designates such crimes as a class A misdemeanor, class E felony, class D felony, and class B felony, respectively; provides instances that are not a defense to such crimes; provides for certain defenses to such crimes.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization by creating new felony degrees for package theft, increasing penalties without reform elements.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6203: Establishes the crimes of reckless endangerment of an emergency service person in the first and second degrees

S 6203 creates two new criminal offenses targeting actions that endanger emergency workers during building-related emergencies. It establishes "reckless endangerment of an emergency service person" as a second-degree felony (class E) when someone violates building codes during an emergency evacuation, impeding egress and causing injury to a firefighter, police officer, code enforcement officer, or other defined emergency personnel. A first-degree felony (class D) applies if the same violation causes death or if the person has a prior conviction for this offense within the last decade. The law directly affects building owners or contractors who alter structures without permits in ways that compromise safety during emergencies, with penalties increasing based on severity.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new felonies for endangering emergency workers, expanding criminalization per OPPOSE criteria95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1566: Prohibits sex offenders who are on parole and in civil confinement from voting in certain elections

This bill prohibits individuals convicted of certain sex offenses (under Penal Law Article 130) from voting if they are both on parole/conditional release and in civil commitment at a hospital or institution. It directly affects people meeting both conditions during their period of civil confinement. The law amends voting rights provisions in the Executive Law and Election Law to bar voting in all elections held while the person remains confined. The restriction applies only during the time of civil confinement, not for the entire parole period. The bill takes effect 30 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts voting rights for sex offenders on parole and in civil confinement, reducing a right for a specific group within the criminal justice system. This aligns with 'oppose' as it restricts defendant rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3049: Establishes the crime of endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree

This bill creates a new criminal offense called "endangering the welfare of a child in the first degree" for individuals who knowingly or recklessly create a serious risk of physical injury or long-term harm to a child under 17. It specifically applies when someone causes physical injury to a child under 7, or has prior convictions for certain crimes involving children under 17. The offense is classified as a class E felony, carrying more severe penalties than the existing "second degree" offense (a class A misdemeanor). The law directly affects caregivers, parents, or others responsible for children's safety who fail to prevent serious harm.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new class E felony for child endangerment, increasing penalties and expanding criminalization. Aligns with 'oppose' indicators by strengthening penalties without reform elements.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 731: Relates to repeat offenders of driving accidents

This bill amends New York's Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law to clarify the legal definition of "repeat offenders" specifically for driving-related offenses. It updates the definition of a "second felony offender" to include individuals convicted of a felony under the Vehicle and Traffic Law after previous felony convictions, and adjusts misdemeanor definitions to include driving-related offenses that could become felonies with prior convictions. The bill directly affects people with multiple driving accident convictions who also have prior felony records, changing how these cases are classified under repeat offender sentencing rules. The changes are technical definitions within existing law, not new penalties or programs.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands felony classifications for driving offenses with prior convictions, increasing criminalization and penalties without reform elements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sentencing

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