N.Y. Penal Law Section 121.11
Criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation


A person is guilty of criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation when, with intent to impede the normal breathing or circulation of the blood of another person, he or she:

a.

applies pressure on the throat or neck of such person; or

b.

blocks the nose or mouth of such person. Criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation is a class A misdemeanor.

Source: Section 121.11 — Criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/PEN/121.­11 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Oct. 26, 2024).

Accessed:
Oct. 26, 2024

Last modified:
Sep. 22, 2014

§ 121.11’s source at nysenate​.gov

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