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NY S05018

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/18/2025

Primary Sponsor

Luis Sepulveda

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits execution of search warrants unless all police officers involved wear functioning, unobstructed body cameras that are active before, during, and after the search, including while securing persons or evidence

  • Requires all police and peace officers to activate body cameras before entering any property or premises, regardless of whether entry is by consent, exigent circumstances, or other authorization

  • Each officer entering a property must maintain active video recording throughout their entire occupation of the premises and during all related follow-up actions

  • Applies to both police officers and peace officers as defined in criminal procedure law sections 1.20(33) and 1.20(34)

  • Takes effect 30 days after becoming law

Legislative Description

Requires that each police officer and peace officer involved in the execution of a search warrant wear a functioning and unobstructed body camera that shall be active prior to and throughout the execution of the search and during any related action following the execution of the search warrant.

Last Action

REFERRED TO CODES

1/7/2026

Committee Referrals

Codes2/18/2025

Full Bill Text

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