NY A09558

Removes restrictions on work release program eligibility for inmates convicted of crimes involving deadly weapons, serious physical injury, and most sex offenses.

Expands eligibility for inmates convicted of homicide or assault offenses from two years to four years before parole eligibility, if they can demonstrate they were victims of substantial abuse by the victim.

Eliminates the requirement for written commissioner approval before inmates convicted of crimes involving deadly weapons or serious physical injury can participate in temporary release programs.

Maintains ineligibility for work release for inmates convicted of aggravated murder, first-degree murder, specified rape and sexual abuse offenses, sex trafficking, terrorism offenses, and related attempts or conspiracies.

Requires consideration of additional merit time and good behavior allowances when calculating advance dates for parole or conditional release eligibility.