Criminal Justice (Law Enforcement)

in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 13, 2026

A 8451: Establishes "DJ's law" requiring training for police officers on discharging a firearm at a moving vehicle

Enacts "DJ's law" which requires training for police officers on discharging a firearm at a moving vehicle; requires the municipal police training council to develop and disseminate written policies and procedures regarding such force.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates officer training on firearm use at moving vehicles, promoting accountability and reducing unnecessary force incidents per criminal justice reform indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3423: Grants court reporters peace officer status

Bill A 3423 grants court reporters and senior court reporters within New York's unified court system the legal status of peace officers. This change provides them with specific legal authority during court proceedings, such as the power to make arrests for offenses committed in their presence. However, the bill explicitly states this status does not permit carrying, possessing, or disposing of firearms without an additional license under New York's penal law. The bill was referred to the Codes committee on January 27, 2025, and focuses solely on defining the scope of court reporters' official authority.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeGrants court reporters peace officer authority to maintain order during proceedings, strengthening court operations within criminal justice system.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5146: Establishes a deaf and hard of hearing outreach program to facilitate communication between hearing-impaired persons and law enforcement personnel

Establishes a deaf and hard of hearing outreach program to facilitate communication between deaf and hard of hearing individuals and law enforcement personnel.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFacilitates communication between deaf/hard of hearing individuals and law enforcement, supporting accessibility and civil rights within criminal justice system interactions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5077: Relates to the definition of wiretapping

This bill changes the legal definition of wiretapping in New York's penal law to require consent from **both** people in a phone or telegraph conversation before recording is permitted. It applies to anyone recording communications (e.g., law enforcement, private individuals, or businesses), making it illegal to record without agreement from both the sender and receiver. The law explicitly excludes normal telephone operations by service providers from being considered wiretapping. This update aligns with a "two-party consent" standard for recording communications.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires dual consent for recording, protecting civil rights in law enforcement surveillance practices per penal law update.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires dual consent for recording communications, strengthening data privacy protections under New York's penal law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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signed · New York · Assembly Dec 18, 2025

A 6721: Enacts the "Lieutenant Joseph Banish mental health act"

Enacts the "Lieutenant Joseph Banish mental health act" which establishes a law enforcement peer support program to provide confidentiality for communications arising out of law enforcement peer support counseling; defines terms; provides exceptions for when a peer support communication may be disclosed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEstablishes confidential peer support for law enforcement officers, promoting mental health and accountability within criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes confidential peer support for law enforcement mental health, protecting access to services per mental health care indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Mental Health

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4133: Requires the registration of mail-in second-hand precious metals dealers with the department of state, regulates the conduct of the business thereof

S 4133 requires mail-in second-hand precious metals dealers (those buying via internet, mail, or phone) to register with the New York State Department of State. It mandates dealers to collect sellers' ID and sworn ownership statements, maintain detailed transaction records for two years, report information to law enforcement within 24 hours, and hold purchased items for 10 days before resale. The bill directly affects online dealers and sellers of gold, silver, or platinum jewelry through mail-in transactions, excluding walk-in stores or dealer-to-dealer trades. Violations carry penalties including class E or D felonies.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires dealers to report to law enforcement within 24 hours and maintain records, enhancing tracking of potential criminal activity involving precious metals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Assembly Sep 8, 2025

A 3836: Relates to the completion of training requirements for sheriffs and undersheriffs

Relates to the completion of training requirements for sheriffs and undersheriffs; directs the municipal police training council to promulgate rules and regulations relating to qualification for municipal police forces for persons who were previously sworn members of the state police and to provide certificates to such persons who meet such qualifications.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires training standards for sheriffs, enhancing law enforcement professionalism and accountability.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 275: Relates to certain actions against law enforcement officers

Extends the statute of limitations to bring a claim arising out of an alleged sexual offense by a law enforcement officer if the alleged offense occurred while the officer was employed by a law enforcement agency.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExtends statute of limitations for sexual offense claims against officers, enhancing accountability and victim access to justice per criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9013: Relates to providing blue envelopes to individuals with autism spectrum disorder

Directs the department of motor vehicles commissioner to offer, upon request, a "blue envelope" to a person who has autism spectrum disorder in order to facilitate clear and safe communication with law enforcement and provide ease of access to a driver's documentation.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill facilitates safer law enforcement communication for autism individuals, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce misunderstandings and enhance police accountability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3230: Establishes a deaf and hard of hearing outreach program to facilitate communication between hearing-impaired persons and law enforcement personnel

Establishes a deaf and hard of hearing outreach program to facilitate communication between deaf and hard of hearing individuals and law enforcement personnel.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeImproves law enforcement accessibility for deaf/hard of hearing individuals, enhancing communication and civil rights compliance in policing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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