NY A09555

Establishes misdemeanor offense for knowingly communicating false information about election time, place, manner, voter eligibility, registration status, or candidate party affiliation with intent to prevent or deter voting.

Creates Class A misdemeanor offense 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 aggrieved persons to bring civil actions seeking injunctive relief, restraining orders, or declaratory judgments for violations of deceptive practices provisions.

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

Enhances penalties to Class E felony for second misdemeanor conviction under the article, and Class D felony for subsequent offenses.