New York S04322 creates a private right of action for damages when someone unconsentedly removes or tampers with a sexually protective device.

New York S04322 amends the civil rights law to establish a private right of action for damages against someone who unconsentedly removes or tampers with a sexually protective device. The bill defines "sexually protective device" as any device intended to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections, including condoms, spermicides, and diaphragms. The court may award compensatory and punitive damages, considering the emotional impact and risks of sexually transmitted diseases and nonconsensual pregnancy. The bill does not affect existing rights or remedies under federal or state law.

New York S04322 creates a private right of action for damages when someone unconsentedly removes or tampers with a sexually protective device.

New York S04322 amends the civil rights law to establish a private right of action for damages against someone who unconsentedly removes or tampers with a sexually protective device. The bill defines "sexually protective device" as any device intended to prevent pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections, including condoms, spermicides, and diaphragms. The court may award compensatory and punitive damages, considering the emotional impact and risks of sexually transmitted diseases and nonconsensual pregnancy. The bill does not affect existing rights or remedies under federal or state law.