Penal Law § 120.30 · Article 120. Assault and Related Offenses
Promoting a suicide attempt
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§ 120.30 Promoting a suicide attempt.
A person is guilty of promoting a suicide attempt when he intentionally causes or aids another person to attempt suicide.
Promoting a suicide attempt is a class E felony.
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