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N.Y. Penal Law § 120.15: Menacing in the third degree

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Penal Law
Part 3. Specific Offenses
Title H. Offenses Against the Person Involving Physical Injury, Sexual Conduct, Restraint and Intimidation
Article 120. Assault and Related Offenses

§ 120.15 Menacing in the third degree.

A person is guilty of menacing in the third degree when, by physical

menace, he or she intentionally places or attempts to place another

person in fear of death, imminent serious physical injury or physical

injury.

Menacing in the third degree is a class B misdemeanor.

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