New York S00535 removes the requirement of a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument for aggravated assault upon a police officer or peace officer.
New York S00535 amends the penal law by removing the requirement that a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument be used in the commission of aggravated assault upon a police officer or peace officer. This change means that intent to cause serious physical injury to a police officer or peace officer, regardless of the means, constitutes aggravated assault. Such an assault is classified as a class B felony. The amendment takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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