NY S05758

Creates new misdemeanor offense for knowingly communicating false information about election time, place, manner, voter eligibility, registration status, or candidate party affiliation that prevents or deters voting.

Establishes class A misdemeanor for suppressing or threatening to suppress voting rights, or compelling any person to vote or refrain from voting for particular candidates or ballot propositions.

Allows persons aggrieved by deceptive practices violations to seek civil relief including injunctions, restraining orders, and declaratory judgments.

Grants the New York Attorney General concurrent jurisdiction with district attorneys to prosecute violations of these provisions.

Increases penalties for repeat violations: first misdemeanor conviction punishable by up to one year imprisonment or $100-$500 fine; second misdemeanor conviction is a class E felony; subsequent offenses are class D felonies.