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NY S03491
Bill
Status
1/28/2025
Primary Sponsor
James Tedisco
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AI Summary
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Increases the maximum prison sentence for aggravated cruelty to animals from two years to four years when the offense is committed in the presence of a child
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Defines "in the presence of a child" as being in the physical presence of a person under age 18, while knowing or having reason to know the child is present and may see or hear the act
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Aggravated cruelty to animals remains classified as a felony under the agriculture and markets law
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The act would take effect 180 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Relates to aggravated cruelty to animals in the presence of a child; increases the potential term of imprisonment from two to four years when such crime is committed in the presence of a child; defines presence of a child.
Last Action
REFERRED TO AGRICULTURE
1/7/2026