New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A00294

Introduced
1/8/25  
Refer
1/8/25  

Caption

Provides that a person is guilty of aggravated assault upon a police officer or peace officer when, with intent to cause physical injury to another person whom such person knows or reasonably should know to be a police officer or a peace officer engaged in the course of performing such police officer or peace officer's official duties and when aided by two or more other persons actually present at an assembly in a public place, as such term is defined in subdivision one of section 240.00 of this part, such person causes physical injury to such police officer or peace officer.

Summary

Bill A00294 amends the New York Penal Law to define aggravated assault upon a police officer or peace officer more explicitly. It establishes that a person can be charged with aggravated assault if they intend to cause physical injury to someone they know or should reasonably know is a police officer or peace officer while that officer is performing their official duties. This applies particularly when the assault is aided by two or more other individuals present at a public assembly. The bill categorizes such offenses as a class B felony, which carries significant penalties.

Impact

The passage of this bill will strengthen the legal framework surrounding the protection of police officers and peace officers in New York. By clearly defining the conditions under which aggravated assault can be charged, it aims to deter violence against law enforcement personnel. This amendment will impact the penal code by increasing the potential penalties for those found guilty of such assaults, thereby potentially influencing law enforcement practices and public safety measures.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A00294 appears to be mixed. Supporters argue that it is necessary for the protection of law enforcement officers, especially in light of rising tensions during public assemblies. However, there are concerns from civil rights advocates who fear that the bill may lead to over-policing and disproportionately affect certain communities, particularly during protests or public gatherings.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the potential for the bill to be used in a manner that could suppress lawful protests and the implications for civil liberties. Critics argue that the broad language regarding public assemblies could lead to misuse against individuals exercising their right to free speech. Supporters, on the other hand, emphasize the need for stronger protections for police officers in the face of increasing violence against them.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A01562

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 he or she knows 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.

NY S02522

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 he or she knows 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.

NY S03461

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.

NY A05500

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.

NY S01403

Enacts "Cariol's Law"; provides for a duty to intervene when a police officer or peace officer observes another police officer or peace officer using physical force that such officer reasonably believes to be clearly excessive or beyond that which is objectively reasonable under the circumstances.

NY S05281

Deems individuals facing criminal charges as being incapable of consent when the actor is a police officer, peace officer or other law enforcement agent who knows or reasonably should know that such person is facing pending charges unless such person is a member of the same family or household as such police officer, peace officer or other law enforcement agent.

NY A03139

Establishes the crime of stalking a police officer, peace officer, correction officer or firefighter to include intent to harass, annoy or alarm a police officer, peace officer, correction officer, firefighter or an immediate family member of a police officer, peace officer, correction officer or firefighter, intentionally engaging in a course of conduct directed at such person which is likely to cause such person to reasonably fear physical injury or serious physical injury, the commission of a sex offense against, or the kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment or death of such person or a member of such person's immediate family.

NY A04201

Establishes the crime of stalking a police officer, peace officer, correction officer or firefighter to include intent to harass, annoy or alarm a police officer, peace officer, correction officer, firefighter or an immediate family member of a police officer, peace officer, correction officer or firefighter, intentionally engaging in a course of conduct directed at such person which is likely to cause such person to reasonably fear physical injury or serious physical injury, the commission of a sex offense against, or the kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment or death of such person or a member of such person's immediate family.

NY A02174

Establishes the crime of doxing a police officer or a peace officer when a person knowingly makes restricted personal information about a police officer or peace officer, or a member of the immediate family of such officer, publicly available with the intent to threaten, intimidate, or incite the commission of a crime of violence against the police officer or peace officer, or a member of the immediate family of such officer; or with the intent and knowledge that the restricted personal information is likely to be used to threaten, intimidate, or facilitate the commission of a crime of violence against the police officer or peace officer, or a member of the immediate family of such officer.

NY A04609

Establishes the crime of doxing a police officer or a peace officer when a person knowingly makes restricted personal information about a police officer or peace officer, or a member of the immediate family of such officer, publicly available with the intent to threaten, intimidate, or incite the commission of a crime of violence against the police officer or peace officer, or a member of the immediate family of such officer; or with the intent and knowledge that the restricted personal information is likely to be used to threaten, intimidate, or facilitate the commission of a crime of violence against the police officer or peace officer, or a member of the immediate family of such officer.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.