As NYC Detectives are on the front lines during these intense times, it is imperative to remain safe from those who wish to do us harm. Behavior that endangers our members will NEVER be tolerated. The DEA will ensure that any individual who knowingly infects or attempts to infect any member with COVID-19 will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law — both criminally and civilly.
Please see the below Enforcement Options the Department has put out via Finest message regarding arrests of individuals who knowingly take acts likely to spread the Coronavirus such as intentionally coughing or spitting on an individual.
Be advised that the Coronavirus is listed as a contagious disease under the NYC Health Code. Specifically, any person who either intentionally or negligently exposes any member of the service to the virus through actions such as coughing or spitting on an officer can and should be arrested under Health Code section 11.31(a)(2).
Please take a moment to read the guidelines below carefully.
Further, should this happen to you or a fellow member, the DEA’s attorneys will also explore all other available legal options, such as a civil lawsuit, against the individual responsible.
Please contact your delegate or borough representatives should this occur so that we may advise you accordingly.
As always, protect yourself and each other.
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