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NY S04818
Bill
Status
4/24/2013
Primary Sponsor
Martin Golden
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AI Summary
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Amends New York Civil Rights Law Section 50-a to keep personnel records of police officers, firefighters, correction officers, and certain peace officers confidential and not subject to inspection without express written consent, except by lawful court order
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Allows law enforcement and other specified government officials (district attorneys, attorney general, county/corporation/town/village attorneys, grand juries) to access records in furtherance of official functions and pursuant to an official criminal investigation
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Requires agencies to release personnel records or information within them to requesting entities as soon as practicable when accompanied by written authorization signed by the subject employee
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Establishes a private cause of action for officers to seek damages, injunctive relief, and reasonable attorney's fees if their records are improperly inspected, reviewed, disclosed, or if an agency fails to release authorized records
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to the release of personnel records or information contained therein of first responders; allows such release upon the authorization of the subject employee.
Last Action
SUBSTITUTED BY A7158
6/18/2014