Local law · Int 0761-2024
Unlawful methods of restraint during an arrest or attempted arrest
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A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to unlawful methods of restraint during an arrest or attempted arrest
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New York City Council
Sponsor
Robert F. Holden
Summary
This bill would remove a prohibition on police officers from sitting, kneeling or standing on the chest or back of a person under arrest in a manner that compresses such person’s diaphragm.
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Where it stands
The session ended before it was voted on. It was not defeated; it simply ran out of time, which is what happens to most legislation. It would have to be reintroduced.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Committee on Public Safety
Full history
- Dec 31, 2025
Filed
This Introduction was Filed (End of Session)
NYC Council
- Apr 11, 2024
Introduced
This Introduction was Introduced by Council
NYC Council
- Apr 11, 2024
Referred to committee
This Introduction was Referred to Comm by Council to the Committee on Public Safety
NYC Council