This is the second part of a review of new criminal justice legislation (see “New Criminal Justice Legislation: Part 1,” N.Y.L.J. (Oct. 5, 2018). In some instances, where indicated, legislation enacted by both houses is awaiting the Governor’s signature and, of course, the reader must check to determine whether the bill is ultimately signed by the Governor.

Each year, the Legislature enacts new crimes, amends the definition of existing crimes and increases the penalties of others—and this year was no exception. For example, in an effort to toughen human trafficking laws, the Legislature enacted a new crime, Sex Trafficking of a Child, a class B felony (L. 2018, Ch. 189, eff. Nov. 14, 2018).