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NY A06490
Bill
Status
Introduced
4/11/2023
Primary Sponsor
David Weprin
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AI Summary
- Requires the Department of Corrections to electronically notify an incarcerated individual's next of kin or personal representative immediately prior to transfer to another facility
- Permits incarcerated individuals to make at least one personal phone call free of charge before transfer, except when exceptional circumstances create an unacceptable risk to safety and security
- Requires the department to document in writing when a pre-transfer phone call is denied due to exceptional circumstances
- Maintains existing requirement allowing at least one personal phone call within 24 hours of arrival at the transfer destination facility
- Takes effect 30 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Relates to allowing telephone calls prior to an incarcerated individual's transfer except under exceptional circumstances.
Last Action
referred to correction
1/3/2024
Committee Referrals
Correction4/11/2023
Full Bill Text
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