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S 7251

Makes public lewdness in the first degree a class E felony

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Lanza

Summary of New York Senate Bill S 7251 OverviewSenate Bill S 7251, introduced on April 07, 2025, aims to reclassify the offense of public lewdness in the first degree from a class

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Bill Summary · S 7251

Summary of New York Senate Bill S 7251

Overview

Senate Bill S 7251, introduced on April 07, 2025, aims to reclassify the offense of public lewdness in the first degree from a class B misdemeanor to a class E felony in the state of New York.

Key Provisions

  • Redefines "public lewdness in the first degree" to include any lewd act committed in a public place or in private view of others
  • Increases the maximum penalty for this offense from 3 months imprisonment to 1-4 years imprisonment, as well as a potential fine of up to $5,000
  • Requires registration as a sex offender for individuals convicted of public lewdness in the first degree
  • Applies these changes retroactively to prior convictions for public lewdness in the first degree

Potential Impact

  • The reclassification of public lewdness in the first degree to a felony offense could result in harsher sentences and longer criminal records for those convicted
  • The sex offender registration requirement may have significant long-term consequences for individuals, including restrictions on housing, employment, and other activities
  • By applying the changes retroactively, some individuals with previous convictions for this offense could face resentencing or be required to register as sex offenders

Procedural Details

  • This bill has been referred to the New York State Senate Codes Committee for further consideration
  • If passed by the legislature and signed into law, the provisions of S 7251 would take effect 60 days after becoming law

Related Legislation

This bill is related to S 6565, a prior-session bill that sought to address similar issues around public lewdness offenses in New York. However, the specific changes and increased penalties proposed in S 7251 represent a more significant revision to the existing law.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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