N.Y. Penal Law § 215.28

§ 215.28 Misconduct by a juror in the second degree.\n A person is guilty of misconduct by a juror in the second degree when,\nin relation to an action or proceeding pending or about to be brought\nbefore him and prior to discharge, he accepts or agrees to accept any\npayment or benefit for himself or for a third person in consideration\nfor supplying any information concerning such action or proceeding.\n Misconduct by a juror in the second degree is a violation.\n