New York S06746 amends the penal law to prohibit concealing identity during protests, lawful or unlawful assemblies, or riots.

New York S06746 amends the penal law by adding a new section that makes it a violation to wear a mask or facial covering that conceals one's identity during a lawful assembly, unlawful assembly, protest, or riot. Exceptions include masks or coverings worn for protection from weather, religious observances, medical purposes, or costumes in public parades or exhibitions. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York S06746 amends the penal law to prohibit concealing identity during protests, lawful or unlawful assemblies, or riots.

New York S06746 amends the penal law by adding a new section that makes it a violation to wear a mask or facial covering that conceals one's identity during a lawful assembly, unlawful assembly, protest, or riot. Exceptions include masks or coverings worn for protection from weather, religious observances, medical purposes, or costumes in public parades or exhibitions. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.