Establishes the class C felony of assault of a patient in a mental health or developmental disability facility.

This bill amends the penal law by adding a new section that establishes the class C felony of assault of a patient in a mental health or developmental disability facility. It applies to anyone who intentionally causes physical injury to a patient residing in a facility operated, licensed, or certified by the office of mental health or the office for people with developmental disabilities. The act will take effect on November 1 following the date it becomes law.

Establishes the class C felony of assault of a patient in a mental health or developmental disability facility.

This bill amends the penal law by adding a new section that establishes the class C felony of assault of a patient in a mental health or developmental disability facility. It applies to anyone who intentionally causes physical injury to a patient residing in a facility operated, licensed, or certified by the office of mental health or the office for people with developmental disabilities. The act will take effect on November 1 following the date it becomes law.