New York Public Disturbance Laws

Summary

Public disturbance in New York is addressed under NY Penal Law § 240.20, covering disorderly conduct. Discriminatory comments, especially those targeting disabilities, may be classified as harassment or hate crimes if they involve bias-motivated threats or actions. Documenting incidents and witness accounts can be crucial for legal action. Consider consulting legal resources or authorities for guidance on reporting and addressing such issues.

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During their visit, an unknown individual made a comment perceived as discriminatory towards me and Dale. The individual allegedly stated, "Stranger danger especially with people like this," suggesting a threat based on their appearance. Both me and Dale are disabled individuals with speech impediments. The individual who made the comment was described as an average customer, and the encounter left the complainant and witness feeling threatened and uncomfortable.
I'm sorry to hear about your experience. In New York, discriminatory comments can sometimes be addressed under harassment or hate crime laws, depending on the context and severity. Here's what you might consider:
- Harassment: This can involve conduct intended to annoy, threaten, or alarm.
- Hate Crimes: If the comment was motivated by bias against disabilities, it may fall under this category.
If you're considering legal action, it might be helpful to document the incident and any witnesses. Would you like to know more about how to report this or seek further assistance?
Do you think it was a crime
It's possible that the comment might be considered harassment or a hate crime if it was motivated by bias against disabilities. Here are the key points:
- Harassment: Involves conduct intended to annoy, threaten, or alarm.
- Hate Crimes: Involves bias-motivated threats or actions against protected characteristics, including disabilities.
Would you like information on how to report this or seek further assistance?