Adds that a person is guilty of computer tampering in the third degree when they intentionally enter or alter in any manner or destroy computer material indicating that a person did or did not receive a vaccination that is reported to the New York state immunization information system or the New York city immunization registry.
Impact
If passed, S07921 would classify the act of tampering with vaccination records as a class E felony. This change signals a heightened seriousness regarding the integrity of health data in New York State, aiming to protect the validity of immunization status while also serving as a deterrent against dishonest practices that could undermine public health initiatives. The law, therefore, enhances current provisions surrounding computer tampering by introducing stipulations specifically related to vaccination records.
Summary
S07921 aims to amend the penal law concerning the crime of computer tampering in the third degree. The proposed legislation specifically targets individuals who intentionally enter, alter, or destroy computer material that indicates whether a person has received a vaccination reported to the New York state immunization information system or the New York City immunization registry. This amendment is significant as it adds a new dimension to computer tampering laws, focusing directly on vaccination records, which have garnered much attention amid health concerns and the Covid-19 pandemic.
Contention
Notable points of contention surrounding S07921 may include concerns about privacy, individual rights, and the implications of criminalizing actions related to personal health information. Some advocates may argue that the bill could lead to disproportionate penalties for individuals who may inadvertently tamper with records, raising ethical issues regarding the enforcement of health data protections. Additionally, as vaccination statuses often intersect with personal and sensitive information, the bill's implications might provoke debates on the balance between public health safety and individual privacy rights.
Same As
Adds that a person is guilty of computer tampering in the third degree when they intentionally enter or alter in any manner or destroy computer material indicating that a person did or did not receive a vaccination that is reported to the New York state immunization information system or the New York city immunization registry.
Adds that a person is guilty of computer tampering in the third degree when they intentionally enter or alter in any manner or destroy computer material indicating that a person did or did not receive a vaccination that is reported to the New York state immunization information system or the New York city immunization registry.
Adds that a person is guilty of computer tampering in the third degree when they intentionally enter or alter in any manner or destroy computer material indicating that a person did or did not receive a vaccination that is reported to the New York state immunization information system or the New York city immunization registry.
Authorizes a court issuing a non-family offense temporary order of protection or an order of protection to direct that such order be filed with the computerized registry for orders of protection and warrants, if it is necessary to fulfill the purposes of such order; directs the superintendent of state police to include such orders on computerized registry.
Authorizes a court issuing a non-family offense temporary order of protection or an order of protection to direct that such order be filed with the computerized registry for orders of protection and warrants, if it is necessary to fulfill the purposes of such order; directs the superintendent of state police to include such orders on computerized registry.
Provides that a person is guilty of criminal impersonation in the second degree when a person pretends to be a servicemember or former servicemember, or a first responder, or as having received a decoration or medal; establishes a stolen valor fee.
Provides that a person is guilty of criminal impersonation in the second degree when a person pretends to be a servicemember or former servicemember, or a first responder, or as having received a decoration or medal; establishes a stolen valor fee.