NY A09953

Level two and three sex offenders are prohibited from knowingly residing within 1,500 feet of their victim's residence, with the restriction remaining in effect for as long as they are classified as level two or three offenders.

Level two and three sex offenders are prohibited from knowingly residing or entering within 1,500 feet of school grounds, defined as buildings, structures, athletic fields, playgrounds, or land within the real property line of public or private elementary through high schools.

Level two and three sex offenders are prohibited from knowingly attending or participating in any event or activity sponsored by public or private elementary through high schools, regardless of whether the event occurs on school grounds.

Affirmative defenses include: living in a government-operated facility, establishing residence before the law's effective date, being under 21 years old or a ward under guardianship, or having residence fixed by court or government agency order.

Violations constitute a class E felony; the law takes effect 180 days after becoming law, and sex offenders may enter school grounds to vote if they provide 30 days notice and specify a one-hour voting window.