Gov. Cuomo signs law with stronger penalties for sexual predators
Gov. Andrew Cuomo is getting tough on sexual predators who troll trains and subways. Cuomo has signed new legislation to strengthen the penalties against forcible touching on public transportation.
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Sep 27, 2015, 4:29 PM
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Updated 3,354 days ago
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Gov. Andrew Cuomo is getting tough on sexual predators who troll trains and subways.
Cuomo has signed new legislation to strengthen the penalties against forcible touching on public transportation.
Under the new law, predators will face one year in jail and a $1,000 fine.
Authorities say the crimes often happen during rush hour when a victim cannot escape the crowds.
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