S 6656 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Allows for electronic court appearance in any county of the state, except an appearance at a hearing or trial

Summary
Provides for electronic court appearance in a criminal action, anywhere in the state, at the discretion of the court having jurisdiction of the defendant; provides that the defendant must, after consultation with counsel, consent on the record; provides that the chief administrator of the courts must first approve the use of such electronic appearance.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 19, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Mar 19, 2025
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Joe Griffo
RRepublican/Conservative
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