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NY S08760
Bill
Status
5/14/2018
Primary Sponsor
George Amedore
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AI Summary
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Amends Civil Practice Law and Rules Section 1349 to permit 75% of forfeiture proceeds to be used for "law enforcement assisted diversion" in addition to investigation of penal law offenses.
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Modifies State Finance Law Section 97-w to authorize use of moneys from the alcoholism and substance abuse services fund for law enforcement assisted diversion programs for individuals with substance use disorders.
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Expands eligible uses of state forfeiture funds to include diversion programs alongside traditional law enforcement purposes and chemical dependence prevention services.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Relates to the disposal of property upon a judgment or order of forfeiture; requires a percentage of money from such disposal of property to be deposited into a subaccount of the general fund to be used for law enforcement diversion purposes.
Last Action
SUBSTITUTED BY A10403
6/20/2018