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NY A06410
Bill
Status
3/7/2017
Primary Sponsor
Albert Stirpe
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AI Summary
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Amends Executive Law Section 553 to require the justice center to develop procedures ensuring interviews with vulnerable persons are conducted safely and timely, considering clinical, behavioral, and disability-related facts.
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Establishes the right of vulnerable persons to be represented by mental hygiene legal service or privately financed counsel at all stages of justice center proceedings.
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Recognizes vulnerable persons' ability to self-advocate by providing information to facilitate investigations that enhance their own safety and the safety of others.
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Requires appropriate notification be given to a vulnerable person's personal representative when the person will be questioned or interviewed, enabling the representative to provide protective information.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Ensures the rights of an individual with a disability or a vulnerable adult during investigations conducted by the justice center.
Last Action
referred to mental health
1/3/2018