Establishes the crime of disruption or disturbance of a lawful assembly as an unclassified misdemeanor.

The bill, known as the "dialogue and decorum act," amends the penal law by adding a new section that establishes the crime of disruption or disturbance of a lawful assembly. This crime is classified as an unclassified misdemeanor, punishable by a fine between $250 and $500. The act defines "willfully disturbs" as conduct that substantially impairs the ability to conduct a lawful assembly or meeting, or violates the implicit customs or explicit rules of the assembly. The act takes effect immediately.

Establishes the crime of disruption or disturbance of a lawful assembly as an unclassified misdemeanor.

The bill, known as the "dialogue and decorum act," amends the penal law by adding a new section that establishes the crime of disruption or disturbance of a lawful assembly. This crime is classified as an unclassified misdemeanor, punishable by a fine between $250 and $500. The act defines "willfully disturbs" as conduct that substantially impairs the ability to conduct a lawful assembly or meeting, or violates the implicit customs or explicit rules of the assembly. The act takes effect immediately.