NY S05490

Eliminates the requirement for pre-sentence investigation and written reports when a negotiated sentence of imprisonment has been agreed upon by both parties as a result of a felony conviction or probation revocation, provided no sentence of probation will be imposed.

Removes the blanket requirement for pre-sentence reports in misdemeanor cases, making such reports discretionary for the court.

Narrows the circumstances under which pre-sentence investigations can be waived by mutual consent of parties and the judge, removing provisions that allowed waiver when a sentence of imprisonment would satisfy time served or when probation is revoked.

Repeals the provision that prohibited waiver of pre-sentence reports when indeterminate or determinate sentences of imprisonment are imposed.

Takes effect ninety days after becoming law, with certain provisions subject to expiration and reversion pursuant to chapter 3 of the laws of 1995.