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NY S06420
Bill
Status
4/27/2021
Primary Sponsor
James Skoufis
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AI Summary
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Creates a new offense of "unsolicited disclosure of an intimate image" under Penal Law § 245.12, making it illegal to send intimate images by electronic device to another person with intent to harass, annoy, or alarm them without legitimate purpose.
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Defines "intimate image" as photographs, films, videos, or other reproductions showing exposed genitals, pubic area, anus, or depicting sexual activity.
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Classifies unsolicited disclosure of an intimate image as a violation under New York law.
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Requires courts to impose sexual harassment prevention training approved by the Division of Human Rights as a condition of sentencing for convictions of this offense or attempted violations.
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Takes effect ninety days after becoming law.
Legislative Description
Establishes the offense of unsolicited disclosure of an intimate image as a violation; requires sexual harassment prevention training for individuals convicted of such offense.
Last Action
COMMITTED TO RULES
6/3/2022