N.Y. Environmental Conservation Law § 71-4406 – Unlawful release of regulated medical waste in the third degree

A person is guilty of unlawful release of regulated medical waste in the third degree when such person:

1. Recklessly engages in conduct which causes the release to the environment of regulated medical waste; or
2. Knowingly engages in conduct which causes the release to the environment of regulated medical waste. Unlawful release of regulated medical waste in the third degree is a class A misdemeanor.