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NY S05420
Bill
Status
2/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Lanza
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AI Summary
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Extends the lookback period for prior public lewdness convictions from one year to three years when determining eligibility for the enhanced charge of public lewdness in the first degree (class A misdemeanor)
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Replaces gendered language ("he or she") with gender-neutral terminology ("such person")
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Clarifies that prior convictions of either public lewdness (section 245.00) or public lewdness in the first degree (section 245.03) trigger the enhanced charge
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Takes effect on the first of November following enactment
Legislative Description
Expands the class A misdemeanor of public lewdness in the first degree to include the commission of public lewdness after having been convicted of a public lewdness offense in the previous 3 years.
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES
1/7/2026