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NY A05414

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Eddie Gibbs

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Origin

Assembly

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes the lifetime ban on jury service for individuals convicted of felonies by eliminating the felony conviction disqualification from juror eligibility requirements

  • Currently incarcerated individuals serving time for felony convictions would still be excused from jury duty while incarcerated

  • Retains existing juror qualifications: U.S. citizenship, county residency, minimum age of 18, and ability to understand and communicate in English

  • Takes effect 180 days after becoming law

Legislative Description

Removes the lifetime ban on jury duty for convicted felons.

Last Action

referred to judiciary

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/13/2025

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