NY S06051

Increases penalty for leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death from a class D felony to a class B felony, with fines of $30,000 (previously $2,000-$5,000).

Creates class E felony penalty for leaving the scene of an accident resulting in serious physical injury, with fines of $1,000-$5,000.

Classifies leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death as a serious offense for purposes of criminal procedure law provisions regarding adolescent and juvenile offenders, limiting their eligibility for removal to family court.

Requires courts to schedule appearance within six calendar days of arraignment for defendants aged 16-17 charged with leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death.

Bill takes effect immediately upon enactment and is named "Nick's Law".