NY S08124

Expands the definition of "ticket purchasing software" to include any machine, device, or software that bypasses security measures or access control systems on retail ticket purchasing platforms, including those that limit the number of tickets purchasable.

Makes it unlawful to utilize ticket purchasing software to purchase tickets or to knowingly resell tickets obtained using such software.

Establishes civil penalties of $500-$1,500 for knowingly using ticket purchasing software and $750-$1,500 for intentionally maintaining control of such software; violators must forfeit all profits from unlawfully obtained ticket sales.

Increases penalties to $1,000-$5,000 in fines for repeat violations within three years and allows forfeiture of equipment used in unlawful ticket purchasing.

Creates criminal penalties of class A misdemeanor for violations involving fewer than 250 tickets and class E felony for violations involving 250 or more tickets when done for profit.