NY A07445

Allows inmates to appeal parole denial decisions through Article 78 of the Civil Practice Laws and Rules, making such decisions subject to court review on a de novo basis.

Permits courts to affirm, modify, or overturn parole board decisions, order new interviews for reconsideration, or provide a release date upon petition.

Requires the parole board to create a verbatim record of each parole release interview within 30 days and make audio recordings of all parole release interviews in their entirety.

Ensures all documents submitted to the board are included in the hearing record for purposes of appeal.

Guarantees that inmates without financial means can request an attorney to represent them in parole appeal proceedings.