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NY S05768

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/18/2021

Primary Sponsor

Diane Savino

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Origin

Senate

2021-2022 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates a private right of action for damages against a person who intentionally removes, tampers with, or misuses a sexually protective device without consent during sexual activity that was agreed upon with the explicit understanding a device would be used.

  • Establishes three actionable conditions: (a) intentional removal or tampering with a device to render it ineffective; (b) intentional use of a device known to be tampered with or inoperable; or (c) intentional deception that a device was being used when it was not or was inoperable.

  • Specifies that "sexually protective device" includes male or female condoms, spermicide, diaphragm, cervical cap, contraceptive sponge, dental dam, or other physical devices intended to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infection.

  • Allows recovery of compensatory damages and permits courts to award punitive damages and other non-monetary relief, with consideration given to emotional impact including risk of sexually transmitted diseases and nonconsensual pregnancy.

  • Takes effect 90 days after becoming law and applies only to acts occurring on or after the effective date; does not limit other federal or state law remedies including child support obligations.

Legislative Description

Relates to creating a private right of action for unconsented removal or tampering with a sexually protective device.

Last Action

COMMITTED TO RULES

6/3/2022

Committee Referrals

Rules6/3/2022
Codes3/18/2021

Full Bill Text

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