NY S00994

Adds new section 4550 to Civil Practice Law and Rules to prohibit discovery and admission of evidence regarding a victim's sexual conduct, sexual predisposition, or manner of dress in civil actions

Requires defendants seeking such evidence to apply for a court order, with the court conducting an in-camera hearing; creates a presumption that such evidence is inadmissible unless the defendant proves its probative value substantially outweighs potential harm, shame, or embarrassment to the victim

Limits admissibility of evidence about a victim's previous sexual conduct only to proving that the source of semen, pregnancy, or disease is someone other than the defendant or alleged perpetrator

Prohibits admission of evidence about how a victim was dressed at the time of a sexual offense unless the court determines it is relevant and admissible in the interests of justice after an offer of proof outside the jury's hearing

Requires the motion, related materials, and hearing records to be sealed unless the court orders otherwise; permits admission of a victim's reputation only if the victim has placed it in controversy