New York A00599 amends the penal law to redefine serious offenses for firearm possession to include certain animal-related felonies.

New York A00599 amends the penal law by adding a new definition to serious offenses for firearm possession. Specifically, it includes offenses that constitute felony offenses against animals under the agriculture and markets law or the penal law. This change affects individuals convicted of these animal-related felonies, potentially impacting their firearm possession rights. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law.

New York A00599 amends the penal law to redefine serious offenses for firearm possession to include certain animal-related felonies.

New York A00599 amends the penal law by adding a new definition to serious offenses for firearm possession. Specifically, it includes offenses that constitute felony offenses against animals under the agriculture and markets law or the penal law. This change affects individuals convicted of these animal-related felonies, potentially impacting their firearm possession rights. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law.