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New York Assembly Bill A03403
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New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A03403

Introduced
1/27/25  
Refer
1/27/25  

Caption

Enacts "Ildefonso Romero's law" to establish the felony offense of aggravated assault for the causation of serious physical injury to or death of, as the case may be, any person, with intent to cause physical injury to such person or a third person.

Summary

Bill A03403, known as "Ildefonso Romero's law," seeks to amend the penal law by establishing a new felony offense termed 'aggravated assault.' This offense is defined as occurring when an individual intentionally or recklessly causes serious physical injury or death to another person or a third party. Additionally, it encompasses situations where a person, through criminal negligence, causes serious physical injury or death using a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument. The bill classifies aggravated assault as a class E felony, which carries specific legal penalties.

Impact

If enacted, this bill would introduce a new category of felony offense into New York's penal law, specifically targeting acts of aggravated assault. This change would likely lead to increased legal consequences for individuals found guilty of such offenses, potentially impacting law enforcement practices and judicial proceedings related to assault cases. The establishment of this offense may also influence the overall crime statistics and public safety perceptions within the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill A03403 appears to be supportive, as it aims to address serious violent crimes and enhance public safety. However, without specific voting history or committee discussions available, it is difficult to gauge the full extent of support or opposition from various stakeholders, including law enforcement, legal experts, and community organizations.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the definitions of 'serious physical injury' and 'criminal negligence,' as these terms can be subject to interpretation in legal contexts. Additionally, there may be discussions around the appropriateness of classifying aggravated assault as a class E felony, with some arguing it may not adequately reflect the severity of the crime. Stakeholders such as defense attorneys and civil rights advocates may express concerns regarding potential overreach in penalizing individuals for actions that could be seen as less severe.

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Companion Bills

NY S01241

Same As Enacts "Ildefonso Romero's law" to establish the felony offense of aggravated assault for the causation of serious physical injury to or death of, as the case may be, any person, with intent to cause physical injury to such person or a third person.

Previously Filed As

NY S01808

Enacts "Ildefonso Romero's law" to establish the felony offense of aggravated assault for the causation of serious physical injury to or death of, as the case may be, any person, with intent to cause physical injury to such person or a third person.

NY A02924

Enacts "Ildefonso Romero's law" to establish the felony offense of aggravated assault for the causation of serious physical injury to or death of, as the case may be, any person, with intent to cause physical injury to such person or a third person.

NY S01241

Enacts "Ildefonso Romero's law" to establish the felony offense of aggravated assault for the causation of serious physical injury to or death of, as the case may be, any person, with intent to cause physical injury to such person or a third person.

NY A11053

Provides that a person is guilty of assault in the second degree when such person recklessly or with intent to cause physical injury to another person causes physical injury to another person in any place, conveyance, or vehicle used for public transportation or public transit; provides that a person is guilty of assault in the first degree when with intent to cause serious physical injury to another person such person causes such injury to such other person in any place, conveyance, or vehicle used for public transportation or public transit.

NY HB4151

Relating to initiating a false report.

NY S366

Amends felony murder, aggravated manslaughter, and aggravated assault statutes to include death or bodily injury occurring during commission of auto theft.

NY A406

Amends felony murder, aggravated manslaughter, and aggravated assault statutes to include death or bodily injury occurring during commission of auto theft.

NY A09550

Includes with intent to cause physical injury to an operator or crew of a passenger commuter ferry within assault in the second degree.

NY S02037

Includes within the class D felony of assault in the second degree, the causation of serious physical injury to another person while in the course of committing hazing in the first degree.

NY A02473

Includes within the class D felony of assault in the second degree, the causation of serious physical injury to another person while in the course of committing hazing in the first degree.

Similar Bills

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