New York S02645 amends the definition of murder in the first degree to include additional scenarios.

New York S02645 amends the definition of murder in the first degree to include cases where the defendant causes the death of a person with intent, and the killing occurs under specific circumstances. These include when the intended victim is a police officer, peace officer, or emergency responder engaged in their duties, or when the killing is in furtherance of certain felonies. The bill also includes killings committed by defendants who are already serving a life sentence or who have escaped from such confinement.

New York S02645 amends the definition of murder in the first degree to include additional scenarios.

New York S02645 amends the definition of murder in the first degree to include cases where the defendant causes the death of a person with intent, and the killing occurs under specific circumstances. These include when the intended victim is a police officer, peace officer, or emergency responder engaged in their duties, or when the killing is in furtherance of certain felonies. The bill also includes killings committed by defendants who are already serving a life sentence or who have escaped from such confinement.