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NY A00511
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/7/2009
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Alfano
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AI Summary
- Allows courts statewide to permit defendants to appear electronically in pending criminal actions, rather than restricting the practice to specific counties
- Requires written application from counties to the Chief Administrator of the Courts before electronic appearances are authorized
- Exempts counties with previous authorization by law from having to reapply
- Prohibits electronic appearances at hearings or trials, and requires defendant consent on the record after consulting with counsel at the commencement of each electronic appearance
- Takes effect 90 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Authorizes defendants to make electronic appearances in pending criminal actions.
Last Action
held for consideration in codes
6/16/2010
Committee Referrals
Codes1/7/2009
Full Bill Text
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