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NY A00158

NY A00158
Relates to traffic stops conducted by law enforcement officers; defines "racial profiling"; authorizes division of criminal justice services to conduct a study relating to racial profiling; prohibits use of race or ethnicity of an individual as the sole factor in determining the existence of probable cause to place such person under arrest or take into custody.

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Introduced
01/06/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Relates to traffic stops conducted by law enforcement officers; defines "racial profiling"; authorizes division of criminal justice services to conduct a study relating to racial profiling; prohibits use of race or ethnicity of an individual as the sole factor in determining the existence of probable cause to place such person under arrest or take into custody.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits racial profiling in traffic stops by law enforcement officers. It defines "racial profiling" as the detention, interdiction, or other disparate treatment of an individual solely based on their race or ethnicity. The bill requires law enforcement agencies to adopt written policies prohibiting such practices and to record and report data on traffic stops, including the characteristics of the individuals stopped. The Division of Criminal Justice Services is authorized to conduct a study on racial profiling and report its findings. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of race or ethnicity as the sole factor in determining probable cause for an arrest or detention.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

enacting clause stricken (on 04/05/2022)
(1 Companion Bills)

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