Establishes the crimes of deceptive wearing of a mask and aggravated deceptive wearing of a mask; makes such crimes a class B misdemeanor and a class A misdemeanor, respectively.

New York Assembly Bill A03826, introduced on January 30, 2025, seeks to establish two new crimes: 'deceptive wearing of a mask' and 'aggravated deceptive wearing of a mask.' The bill defines 'deceptive wearing of a mask' as loitering or congregating in a public place while masked or disguised, in connection with a protest, rally, or public assembly, unless the mask is worn for religious observance or during certain entertainment events. This offense would be classified as a class B misdemeanor. 'Aggravated deceptive wearing of a mask' involves the same conduct but includes causing injury, property damage, or theft, and would be classified as a class A misdemeanor. The bill has been referred to the Assembly Codes Committee and is currently pending. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/NY/text/A03826/2025?utm_source=openai))

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