Criminal Justice

in committee · New York · Assembly May 4, 2026

A 11260: Directs the commissioner of the division of criminal justice services to study gender disparity in sentencing outcomes

Directs the commissioner of the division of criminal justice services to study gender disparity in sentencing outcomes and make a report to the governor and the legislature of their findings, conclusions and recommendations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill promotes criminal justice reform by mandating a study on gender disparity in sentencing to improve equity and accountability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sentencing

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passed · New York · Senate May 11, 2026

S 9848: Relates to the contents of claims

This bill modifies the rules for filing lawsuits in the Court of Claims by removing the strict requirement for detailed specificity in certain sexual offense cases. It directly affects individuals seeking legal relief for injuries caused by sexual crimes against children or adults, as well as the parties being sued. Under the new provisions, plaintiffs alleging harm from specific sexual offenses or incest no longer need to provide the same level of detailed initial information as required in other types of claims. The changes apply immediately to new lawsuits, pending cases, and some previously dismissed cases that are currently being appealed.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill removes barriers to filing lawsuits for sexual offenses, facilitating justice for victims and holding perpetrators accountable.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts

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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 10349: Prohibits the department of corrections and community supervision from using artificial intelligence in parole determinations

Prohibits the department of corrections and community supervision from using artificial intelligence in evaluating the risk and needs principles used to measure rehabilitation of a person, in determining which incarcerated individuals may be released on parole or the level of supervision for individuals on parole; prohibits the department from using artificial intelligence when developing transitional accountability plans.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill prohibits AI use in parole decisions, aligning with criminal justice reform by protecting civil rights and reducing algorithmic bias.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts the use of AI in parole decisions, limiting the application of this technology in government operations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 31, 2026

S 9660: 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 comply with state fire prevention and building code orders. It directly affects owners, tenants, contractors, architects, and other parties responsible for property maintenance or construction. Under the new provisions, willful violations or failure to fix code issues within the specified timeframe can result in misdemeanor charges, including daily fines and potential jail time. The bill also establishes a separate violation category for less severe infractions, punishable by smaller fines and shorter jail sentences. These changes aim to strengthen enforcement of safety standards across a wider range of property-related roles.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands criminal penalties and enforcement for code violations, strengthening the criminal justice system's ability to punish non-compliance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · New York · Senate May 15, 2026

S 10511: Establishes the crime of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle resulting in death

Enacts the "Bryant Ortiz act"; establishes the crime of aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle resulting in death when such person operates a motor vehicle upon a public highway without a valid license or in violation of the conditions of a learner's permit or any other limited driving privilege, including conditional and restricted use licenses, and in the course of such unlawful operation commits a traffic infraction or engages in negligent operation of a motor vehicle, and such operation results in the death of another person; makes it a class E felony.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates a new aggravated crime for unlicensed driving causing death, strengthening penalties and public safety within the criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes stricter penalties for unlicensed driving causing death, enhancing transportation safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 15, 2026

A 10994: Relates to establishing a gang assessment, intervention, prevention and suppression program

This bill creates a new program within the Division of Criminal Justice Services to address gang-related criminal activity across New York State. It directs the state police superintendent and district attorneys to develop a strategy that targets gang leadership and encourages cooperation with federal and other state agencies. The legislation also establishes a funding mechanism where the commissioner awards grants to district attorneys who submit plans assessing local gang issues and outlining prevention strategies. Additionally, the bill requires the creation of a central information repository, known as a clearinghouse, to collect and share data on criminal gangs found operating in the state.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new program and creates a funding mechanism via grants to district attorneys to address gang issues.75% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a new program to assess, intervene, prevent, and suppress gang activity, strengthening criminal justice efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 28, 2026

A 11505: Requires telephone corporations provide on their website information and materials pertaining to victims of domestic violence and opting-out of a bundle telephone contract

Requires telephone corporations to create a subsection on their websites with information and materials pertaining to victims of domestic violence and opting-out of a bundle telephone contract with such telephone corporation due to a person's status as a victim of domestic violence.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill aids domestic violence victims by facilitating contract opt-outs, a key component of victim safety and civil rights protection within the criminal justice system.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates telecoms to provide domestic violence resources and opt-out options, enhancing consumer protection and digital equity.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 10144: Prohibits the naming of state buildings after public officers

Prohibits the naming of state buildings after a public officer during the period in which that person is a public officer or after a public officer who has been convicted of a felony.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability by preventing state buildings from honoring officers convicted of felonies.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly May 11, 2026

A 11339: Relates to establishing the crime of voyeurism

Establishes the crime of voyeurism in the first and second degree which is defined as when someone for their own amusement, entertainment, profit, sexual arousal or sexual gratification trespasses or uses an instrument to observe for the purpose of viewing a person dressing or undressing or the sexual or other intimate parts of such person at a place and time when such person has a reasonable expectation of privacy, without such person's knowledge or consent.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes new crimes to protect privacy and enhance public safety, strengthening the criminal justice system.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 10110: Provides for an adverse inference in disciplinary proceedings against testimony of correction officers who disable cameras

Provides for an adverse inference against the testimony of an officer or other employee of the department of corrections and community supervision, where such officer or other employee violated department rules or regulations by turning off a facility camera or body-worn camera or otherwise prevented such camera or cameras from recording the incident which is the subject of such disciplinary proceeding.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability by penalizing officers who disable cameras, thereby protecting civil rights and improving transparency in disciplinary proceedings.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole

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