How Does Strangulation in the Second Degree Under PL § 121.12 Differ From Criminal Obstruction of Breathing? - David Mejia Colgan, Esq.

BSPE Legal Marketing Podcast · Jul 2, 2026 · 3m

From David Mejia Colgan, Esq. - How Does Strangulation in the Second Degree Under PL § 121.12 Differ From Criminal Obstruction of Breathing? explains the important distinctions between Criminal Obstruction of Breathing or Blood Circulation under PL § 121.11 and Strangulation in the Second Degree under PL § 121.12. This episode walks through how New York separates misdemeanor obstruction allegations from felony strangulation charges, including the role of intentional interference with breathing, blood circulation, pressure to the throat or neck, blocking the nose or mouth, and the added proof…