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NY A07968
Bill
Status
6/30/2022
Primary Sponsor
Philip Palmesano
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AI Summary
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Amends Criminal Procedure Law Section 182.20 to add Chemung, Schuyler, and Yates counties to the list of counties where defendants may appear electronically in criminal actions.
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Allows courts in these three counties to dispense with personal appearance of defendants (except at hearings or trials) and conduct electronic appearances with court discretion and chief administrator authorization.
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Requires defendant consent on the record after consultation with counsel, with consent required at the commencement of each electronic appearance.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Permits certain defendants in a criminal action in Chemung, Schuyler, or Yates county to appear electronically, with the approval of the court.
Last Action
signed chap.246
6/30/2022