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NY S05531
Bill
Status
2/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Pamela Helming
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AI Summary
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Creates new crime of "aggravated forcible touching by an incarcerated individual" in the penal law (Section 130.52-a)
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Applies when an incarcerated individual or juvenile respondent intentionally and forcibly touches the sexual or intimate parts of a facility employee, parole board member, mental health office employee, probation officer, or police officer for purposes of degradation, abuse, or sexual gratification
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Defines "incarcerated individual" as detainees in correctional facilities, local correctional facilities, or hospitals as defined under correction law
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Includes juveniles in secure facilities operated by the Office of Children and Family Services under the definition of "respondent"
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Classifies the offense as a class E felony, effective immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Establishes the crime of aggravated forcible touching by an incarcerated individual as a class E felony.
Last Action
REFERRED TO CODES
1/7/2026