Establishes criminal offenses committed against the elderly or disabled persons

Summary

The bill adds a new chapter to New York’s penal law that defines and criminalizes abandonment and endangering the welfare of elderly, vulnerable elderly, and disabled individuals. It also requires mandatory surcharges, victim‑assistance fees, and a senior anti‑violence services fee to be levied at sentencing for felonies, misdemeanors, violations, sex offenses, and certain designated crimes. The measures aim to strengthen protections for vulnerable adults and fund services for crime victims.

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