Criminal Justice

in committee · New York · Assembly May 27, 2026

A 11323: Establishes the crime of benefiting from a labor trafficking venture, benefiting from a sex trafficking venture; creates a civil action relating thereto; and revives certain civil actions relating thereto

Establishes the crimes of benefiting from a labor trafficking venture, benefiting from a sex trafficking venture and aggravated benefiting from a sex trafficking venture; establishes civil action for victims of benefiting from a trafficking venture; revives such actions otherwise barred by the existing statute of limitations, grants trial preference to such actions; directs the chief administrator of the courts to promulgate rules for the timely adjudication of certain revived actions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill criminalizes benefiting from trafficking and creates civil actions for victims, strengthening legal protections and accountability in criminal justice.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 6, 2026

S 9768: Relates to proof of claims for unjust conviction and imprisonment

This bill amends the Court of Claims Act to clarify the specific legal conditions under which individuals can file claims for unjust conviction and imprisonment. It directly affects people who have been pardoned for innocence or whose convictions were reversed or vacated due to constitutional violations or specific statutory errors. The key provision updates the list of acceptable grounds for overturning a conviction, including new references to sections of the Criminal Procedure Law and constitutional breaches. By modifying these requirements, the legislation defines exactly what evidence a claimant must present to prove their case in court.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill clarifies grounds for unjust conviction claims, protecting civil rights and promoting criminal justice reform.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 10523: Extends certain tuition waivers for police officer students of the city university of New York

This bill extends tuition waivers for police officer students at the City University of New York through July 1, 2028. It modifies existing education laws to allow eligible police academy graduates to continue receiving free tuition for their university studies beyond the previous expiration date. The legislation applies directly to current and future police officers enrolled in CUNY programs who meet the program's eligibility requirements. By updating the expiration date in the statute, the bill ensures that financial support for these students remains in place for an additional two years.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill extends tuition waivers for police officer students, enhancing education and professional development for law enforcement personnel.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill extends tuition waivers for police officer students at CUNY, expanding educational access and reducing financial barriers for eligible students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Higher Education

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 10210: Relates to requiring the office of victim assistance to notify crime victims of the availability of victim support services

Requires the office of victim assistance to notify crime victims of the availability of victim support services by providing such victims with a written notice of the availability of statewide programs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances victim support services, a key component of a just criminal justice system that prioritizes victim rights and assistance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 9824: Allows certain minor defendants to utilize electronic appearances

This bill allows minors under 18 to participate in certain court arraignments via electronic appearance instead of appearing in person. It permits this under specific conditions, such as when the minor is hospitalized, facing extreme weather, requesting the option with a guarantee of non-monetary release, or when no Youth Part judge is available. For electronic appearances involving minors, the court must determine that the virtual format serves the child's best interests and that physical attendance would unnecessarily disrupt important activities like school or medical treatment. The law also requires that all parties, including the prosecutor and the minor's legal advisor, consent to the electronic process on the record.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill supports criminal justice reform by allowing minors to appear electronically, reducing barriers to court access and prioritizing the child's best interests.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital equity by expanding access to electronic court appearances for minors, ensuring technology facilitates justice rather than hindering it.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Judges Juvenile Justice

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10806: Relates to the criminal enforcement of violations of the state's uniform fire prevention and building code

This bill expands criminal penalties for individuals and businesses that fail to fix fire or building code violations after receiving an official order. It directly affects property owners, tenants, contractors, architects, and other parties involved in construction or building maintenance by adding them to the list of people who can be prosecuted. Under the new rules, those who knowingly violate safety standards face misdemeanor charges with fines that increase over time, while those who simply ignore correction orders face a violation charge with lower fines and shorter jail terms. The law applies to anyone serving as an agent, tenant, or otherwise responsible for a building, ensuring that a wider range of parties can be held legally accountable for unsafe conditions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal enforcement by expanding penalties and prosecuting parties for safety violations, aligning with indicators of enhancing accountability.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections and property safety by enforcing building codes, preventing unsafe housing conditions.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Building Codes

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 9766: Relates to making technical corrections to ensure gender neutrality for the admission to practice law and preventing required disclosure of prior interaction with law enforcement or the criminal justice system

Relates to making technical corrections to ensure gender neutrality for the admission to practice law and preventing the character fitness questionnaire from inquiring into an applicant's prior interaction with law enforcement or the criminal justice system under certain circumstances.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes criminal justice reform by removing barriers to legal practice and protecting applicant privacy regarding prior law enforcement interactions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 1, 2026

A 10834: Requires bus drivers complete a human trafficking recognition training program

Requires bus drivers complete a human trafficking recognition training program which includes the nature of human trafficking; how human trafficking is defined in law; how to identify someone who is human trafficking; how to identify someone who is a human trafficking victim; and entities to whom a driver may report suspected activity that might constitute human trafficking.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates training to identify and report human trafficking, enhancing law enforcement capabilities and victim protection within the criminal justice system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 9894: Relates to admissibility of evidence of a victim's sexual conduct, sexual predisposition, or manner of dress

Prohibits the admissibility of evidence of a victim's sexual conduct, sexual predisposition, or manner of dress in civil actions or proceedings; provides limited exceptions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects victims' rights by barring prejudicial evidence in civil cases, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 1, 2026

A 11011: Enacts the "Nassau future protectors act"

Enacts the "Nassau future protectors act" to provide additional credits to the Nassau county law enforcement explorers in competitive civil service examinations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides additional credits to law enforcement explorers, enhancing recruitment and strengthening law enforcement capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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