New York S07355 makes assault on a social worker that prevents them from performing a lawful duty a felony.

New York S07355 amends the penal law to classify assault on a social worker that prevents them from performing a lawful duty as a class C felony. This change applies to assaults on peace officers, police officers, firefighters, emergency medical services professionals, and social workers. The law takes effect on the first of November following its enactment.

New York S07355 makes assault on a social worker that prevents them from performing a lawful duty a felony.

New York S07355 amends the penal law to classify assault on a social worker that prevents them from performing a lawful duty as a class C felony. This change applies to assaults on peace officers, police officers, firefighters, emergency medical services professionals, and social workers. The law takes effect on the first of November following its enactment.