Requires the chief administrator of the courts to establish an online payment option for posting bail
This bill requires New York courts to create an online payment system for people to pay bail, fines, court fees, and other court-related costs using credit cards or similar methods. It directly affects individuals who need to make these payments, as well as courts, county clerks, and police departments handling pre-arraignment bail. Key provisions include allowing a reasonable administrative fee for online transactions, requiring coordination with the state comptroller to ensure proper fund handling, and mandating that police departments be given the opportunity to use the system for bail set by officers. The bill does not change bail amounts or eligibility but streamlines payment processes for existing court obligations.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 14, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Committee
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
lower
Mar 14, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Gabriella Romero
DDemocratic/Working Families
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