New York S00471 raises the severity of crimes committed against a person on school grounds by one category.
New York S00471, known as "Suzanne's Law," amends the penal law to increase the severity of crimes committed against a person on school grounds by one category. This applies to crimes such as assault, sexual abuse, and kidnapping occurring on school grounds or within a thousand feet of school property. The law also allows the placement of signs indicating an assault and abduction free school zone.
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