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Cuomo Signs Legislation Outlawing ‘Gay Panic’ Defense In NY

July 1, 2019 By The Associated Press 0

NEW YORK – New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed legislation that would bar people who attack or kill a gay person from arguing they panicked over their victim’s sexuality. The Democrat signed the …

Cuomo Aims To Eliminate ‘Gay Panic’ Defense

June 3, 2019 By The Associated Press 0

ALBANY – New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo wants lawmakers to pass a new law ensuring people who attack or kill a gay person can’t beat the charge by arguing they panicked because of their …