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NY S02695

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2025

Primary Sponsor

Brad Hoylman-Sigal

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends New York Civil Practice Law and Rules to create a presumption that evidence of a victim's sexual conduct, sexual predisposition, or manner of dress is inadmissible and not discoverable in civil proceedings

  • Requires defendants seeking to introduce such evidence to apply for a court order and participate in an in camera (private) hearing, with related materials remaining sealed unless the court orders otherwise

  • Permits admission only if the court finds the evidence is relevant, its probative value substantially outweighs the danger of harm, shame, or embarrassment to the victim, and it does not create undue prejudice or invasion of privacy

  • Allows evidence of prior sexual conduct only when material to proving that semen, pregnancy, or disease originated from someone other than the defendant

  • Permits reputation evidence only if the victim has placed their own reputation in controversy

Legislative Description

Prohibits the admissibility of evidence of a victim's sexual conduct, sexual predisposition, or manner of dress in civil actions or proceedings; provides limited exceptions.

Last Action

COMMITTED TO RULES

6/13/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules6/13/2025
Judiciary1/22/2025

Full Bill Text

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