New York A07676 amends the penal law to increase penalties for criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree on subways and mass transit trains.

New York A07676 amends Section 265.02 of the penal law by adding a new subdivision that classifies the possession of a weapon in the fourth degree when situated in a subway station, railroad station, bus station, or on a subway, railroad, or bus operated by a mass transit provider. This applies if the person uses or attempts to use the weapon in the commission of another criminal act. The bill increases penalties for such offenses, aiming to enhance public safety on mass transit systems. The changes will take effect on the first of November following the bill's enactment.

New York A07676 amends the penal law to increase penalties for criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree on subways and mass transit trains.

New York A07676 amends Section 265.02 of the penal law by adding a new subdivision that classifies the possession of a weapon in the fourth degree when situated in a subway station, railroad station, bus station, or on a subway, railroad, or bus operated by a mass transit provider. This applies if the person uses or attempts to use the weapon in the commission of another criminal act. The bill increases penalties for such offenses, aiming to enhance public safety on mass transit systems. The changes will take effect on the first of November following the bill's enactment.