Expands the definition of aggravated harassment in the second degree to include electronic communications.

This bill amends the penal law to include contacts via text, email, private message, direct message, or other electronic communication in the definition of the offense of aggravated harassment in the second degree. The intent behind these communications must be to harass or threaten another person. The bill aims to address harassment through modern communication methods.

Expands the definition of aggravated harassment in the second degree to include electronic communications.

This bill amends the penal law to include contacts via text, email, private message, direct message, or other electronic communication in the definition of the offense of aggravated harassment in the second degree. The intent behind these communications must be to harass or threaten another person. The bill aims to address harassment through modern communication methods.