Enacts "Jacob Freytes' law" to classify reckless killing of minors as second-degree murder.

This bill, known as "Jacob Freytes' law," amends the penal law to classify as second-degree murder the act of recklessly causing the death of a person under eighteen years old. It also outlines sentencing guidelines for various felonies involving the death of a minor, including life imprisonment without parole for certain offenses. The law aims to address the severity of crimes resulting in the death of minors.

Enacts "Jacob Freytes' law" to classify reckless killing of minors as second-degree murder.

This bill, known as "Jacob Freytes' law," amends the penal law to classify as second-degree murder the act of recklessly causing the death of a person under eighteen years old. It also outlines sentencing guidelines for various felonies involving the death of a minor, including life imprisonment without parole for certain offenses. The law aims to address the severity of crimes resulting in the death of minors.