NY S08795

Establishes aggravated threat of mass harm in the first degree as a class E felony when a person makes threats of mass harm and commits an overt act in furtherance, such as making plans, compiling target lists, or possessing weapons.

Establishes aggravated threat of mass harm in the second degree as a class A misdemeanor when threats of mass harm are made because of the victim's perceived or actual race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, religious practice, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

Adds both aggravated threat of mass harm offenses to the list of "specified offenses" that can be prosecuted as hate crimes under penal law section 485.05.

Amends criminal procedure law section 530.13 to allow courts to issue orders requiring defendants to stay away from places or events subject to threats of mass harm in these offenses.

Takes effect immediately, with provisions for delayed implementation of one section to align with chapter 777 of the laws of 2023.