N.Y. Penal Law Section 195.17
Obstruction of governmental duties by means of a bomb, destructive device, explosive, or hazardous substance

A person is guilty of obstruction of governmental duties by means of a bomb, destructive device, explosive, or hazardous substance when he or she, in furtherance of a felony offense, knowingly and unlawfully installs or causes to be installed a bomb, destructive device, explosive, or hazardous substance, in any object, place, or compartment that is subject to a search so as to obstruct, prevent, hinder or delay the administration of law or performance of a government function. Obstruction of governmental duties by means of a bomb, destructive device, explosive, or hazardous substance is a class D felony.

Source: Section 195.17 — Obstruction of governmental duties by means of a bomb, destructive device, explosive, or hazardous substance, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/PEN/195.­17 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Dec. 6, 2025).

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