Provides that a person convicted of murder in the first or second degree, or aggravated murder, in the death of a child who is less than thirteen.

New York A02013 amends the penal law to mandate life imprisonment without parole for individuals convicted of murder in the first or second degree, or aggravated murder, if the victim is a child under thirteen years old. The bill specifies that such individuals shall not be eligible for parole or conditional release. It also clarifies that this sentence applies regardless of other provisions in law. The act takes effect immediately.

Provides that a person convicted of murder in the first or second degree, or aggravated murder, in the death of a child who is less than thirteen.

New York A02013 amends the penal law to mandate life imprisonment without parole for individuals convicted of murder in the first or second degree, or aggravated murder, if the victim is a child under thirteen years old. The bill specifies that such individuals shall not be eligible for parole or conditional release. It also clarifies that this sentence applies regardless of other provisions in law. The act takes effect immediately.