Expands the definition of mental health care provider to include licensed psychoanalysts, creative arts therapists, and behavior analysts.
New York State Senate Bill S01543 amends the penal law to expand the definition of mental health care provider. This change includes licensed psychoanalysts, creative arts therapists, and behavior analysts for purposes of certain sex offenses committed during a treatment session, consultation, interview, or examination. The bill aims to ensure that these professionals are recognized under the law in cases involving sex offenses during their professional duties. The amendment takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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