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NY S01738
Bill
Status
1/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Patricia Fahy
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AI Summary
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Amends the penal law to make assaulting a code enforcement official or building inspector a class D felony (assault in the second degree)
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Applies to code enforcement officials certified under Executive Law section 376-a and any individual whose duties include inspecting buildings or property for code compliance
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Covers inspections related to the NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, Residential Code, Property Maintenance Code, Multiple Residence Law, and other state or local building safety regulations
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Requires that the assault occur while the official is performing their lawful duties to qualify for the enhanced felony charge
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Takes effect on the first of November following enactment
Legislative Description
Categorizes the assault of a code enforcement official or other individual responsible for building inspection performing their lawful duties under such position as a class D felony.
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES
1/7/2026