Criminal Justice

in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 18, 2025

A 1843: Relates to authorizing early parole release for incarcerated individuals where substance abuse was a significant contributing factor in the commission of the offense

Relates to authorizing early parole release for incarcerated individuals where substance abuse was a significant contributing factor in the commission of the offense.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAuthorizes early parole for substance abuse-related offenses, aligning with rehabilitation-focused reform to reduce recidivism and address root causes of crime.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Probation & Parole

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1045: Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by law enforcement; establishes the biometric surveillance regulation task force; and provides for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions

Prohibits the use of biometric surveillance technology by law enforcement; establishes the biometric surveillance regulation task force; provides for the expiration and repeal of certain provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits law enforcement biometric surveillance, aligning with civil rights protection and police accountability in criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits biometric surveillance by law enforcement, directly enhancing data privacy protections as a core indicator of support for technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5232: Relates to the crime of staging a motor vehicle accident in the second degree

Provides that anyone who directs, hires, requests, encourages, orchestrates or invites another individual to cause a collision involving a motor vehicle shall be guilty of staging a motor vehicle accident in the second degree.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new offense for staging vehicle accidents, expanding criminalization per 'oppose' criteria without reform benefits.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4528: Relates to police staffing at certain parks

Requires the commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the public using facilities under its jurisdiction, which shall include ensuring a minimum staff of three hundred eighty-five permanently appointed, full time regional state park police officers at state parks, beaches, campgrounds, historic sites and concert venues; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates minimum 385 full-time park police officers for public safety, directly strengthening law enforcement presence in recreational facilities under criminal justice framework.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4617: Relates to protecting witnesses in criminal prosecutions from intimidation and threats

Relates to protecting witnesses in criminal prosecutions from intimidation and threats by permitting the court to withhold disclosure of names and other information if the court finds on the record that such witness is subject to potential intimidation, violence or threats.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects witnesses from intimidation in prosecutions, enhancing court integrity and participant safety per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2096: Requires forfeiture of certain property by certain persons convicted of sexual performance of child offenses

Permits civil forfeiture action to recover property used in or proceeds derived from criminal activity relating to sexual performances by a child; directs proceeds be used by local social services offices for the prevention and treatment of sexual abuses against children.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill uses civil forfeiture for child sexual abuse crimes and directs proceeds to prevention/treatment services, advancing victim support and crime reduction in criminal justice.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4146: Establishes the crime of theft of an impounded vehicle

This bill makes it a class A misdemeanor to remove a vehicle that's been legally impounded (taken into custody) without paying required fees. It directly affects individuals who move such vehicles - like owners or tow operators - without settling costs. The law creates a new criminal offense specifically for unauthorized removal of impounded vehicles. Violators face penalties under this new provision, which becomes effective immediately upon enactment.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCreates new misdemeanor for impounded vehicle removal, expanding criminalization without reform elements or protections.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1902: Relates to the definition of assault weapons

This bill amends New York's penal law to narrow the legal definition of "assault weapons" by removing specific features from the criteria. It deletes characteristics like bayonet mounts, certain pistol grips, fixed magazine capacity limits, and threaded barrels from the definition for rifles, shotguns, and pistols. As a result, firearms that previously met these deleted criteria would no longer be classified as assault weapons under current law. The change directly affects how state law defines and regulates certain firearms, without creating new restrictions or exemptions.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeNarrows assault weapon definition, reducing regulatory scope and weakening gun control measures in criminal justice policy85% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Violent Crime

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3963: Relates to recovery community centers

This bill establishes a voluntary certification program for recovery community centers that support individuals recovering from substance use disorders. It requires the state commissioner to create evidence-based regulations covering staffing, safety, participant rights, confidentiality, and coordination with other services. Certified centers will be listed on a state website as verified options, and the commissioner can inspect them, impose penalties for noncompliance, and ensure services are Medicaid-reimbursable. The program directly affects recovery centers seeking recognition and the state agency implementing oversight.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes recovery centers with evidence-based standards, supporting rehabilitation to reduce recidivism - a key criminal justice reform goal.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes certification program for substance use recovery centers with evidence-based regulations, enhancing mental health service access and patient rights per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Medicaid Substance Abuse

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5485: Relates to deterring theft of essential infrastructure

Provides that the theft of property of an essential service provider shall constitute grand larceny; provides a higher degree of crime where such theft results in a substantial interruption or impairment of service.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill elevates theft of infrastructure to higher crime degree, expanding criminalization per oppose indicators.85% confidence

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