NY A07937

Amends the definition of "direct relationship" in Correction Law Section 750 to require a substantial connection between the crime and job duties that would create an unreasonable risk to property or public safety.

Modifies Correction Law Section 752 to consolidate the standards for denying licenses or employment to previously convicted individuals into a single "direct relationship" test rather than separate criteria.

Requires that any adverse employment or licensing action based on a prior conviction must demonstrate the direct relationship standard as redefined in the amended statute.

Takes effect ninety days after becoming law.