New York S05610 extends the statute of limitations for prosecuting first-degree assault against family or household members to ten years.

New York S05610 amends the criminal procedure law to extend the statute of limitations for prosecuting first-degree assault committed against a member of the same family or household. Previously, such prosecutions had to be commenced within a shorter period, but this bill sets the limit at ten years from the commission of the offense. This change aims to provide more time for victims to seek justice in cases of severe assault within familial or household settings. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York S05610 extends the statute of limitations for prosecuting first-degree assault against family or household members to ten years.

New York S05610 amends the criminal procedure law to extend the statute of limitations for prosecuting first-degree assault committed against a member of the same family or household. Previously, such prosecutions had to be commenced within a shorter period, but this bill sets the limit at ten years from the commission of the offense. This change aims to provide more time for victims to seek justice in cases of severe assault within familial or household settings. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.