NY A08256

Removes the provision allowing out-of-state felony convictions to qualify as sex offenses solely based on the offender being required to register as a sex offender in that jurisdiction.

Establishes that out-of-state convictions must include all essential elements of New York felonies listed in the correction law to be considered sex offenses, rather than relying on the other jurisdiction's registration requirements.

Maintains requirement that federal convictions under 18 U.S.C. sections 2251, 2251A, 2252, 2252A, 2260, 2422(b), 2423, and 2425 qualify as sex offenses only when their elements substantially match those offenses as defined at the time this law takes effect.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.