New York S05648 amends the penal law to classify certain repeat petit larceny offenders as grand larceny in the fourth degree.

New York S05648 amends the penal law by adding a new criterion to the definition of grand larceny in the fourth degree. Specifically, it includes individuals who have been previously convicted of petit larceny two times within any three-month period or three times within any twelve-month period. This change aims to address repeat offenders of petit larceny by elevating their status to grand larceny in the fourth degree, potentially leading to harsher penalties. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York S05648 amends the penal law to classify certain repeat petit larceny offenders as grand larceny in the fourth degree.

New York S05648 amends the penal law by adding a new criterion to the definition of grand larceny in the fourth degree. Specifically, it includes individuals who have been previously convicted of petit larceny two times within any three-month period or three times within any twelve-month period. This change aims to address repeat offenders of petit larceny by elevating their status to grand larceny in the fourth degree, potentially leading to harsher penalties. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.