Bill
A 4337
Summary of New York Bill A 4337 Main Purpose and IntentThe purpose of this bill is to establish the crime of "aggravated offering of a false accusation against a police officer." T
The purpose of this bill is to establish the crime of "aggravated offering of a false accusation against a police officer." The bill aims to create a new criminal charge for individuals who deliberately make false accusations against police officers.
The bill would create a new class A misdemeanor offense of "aggravated offering of a false accusation." This would apply to cases where a person knowingly makes a false accusation against a police officer, with the intent to obstruct, impede, or influence the officer's official duties.
Specific provisions of the bill include:
This bill would primarily impact individuals who make accusations or complaints against police officers. If passed, they could face criminal charges and potential civil liability if their accusations are found to be deliberately false.
The bill is intended to deter false accusations against law enforcement and protect officers from having their official duties obstructed or impeded by malicious claims. Supporters argue it will help maintain public trust in the police, while critics are concerned it could discourage legitimate complaints.
The bill was introduced in the New York State Assembly on May 10, 2024 and has been referred to the Assembly Codes Committee for consideration. It has companion legislation (S 3111) in the State Senate.
This is not the first time similar bills have been proposed in New York. Prior versions, such as A 9905, S 8820, and A 4205, have been introduced in recent legislative sessions but did not pass into law.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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