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NY A00849

NY A00849
Decriminalizes certain prostitution offenses; amends provisions relating to prosecution of such offenses and vacating judgments.


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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

AN ACT to amend the penal law, in relation to decriminalizing sex work; and to repeal certain provisions of such law relating to prostitution (Part A); to amend the criminal procedure law, the civil practice law and rules, the social services law, and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to eliminating prior criminal records and making other related changes; and to repeal certain provisions of the criminal procedure law relating to the prosecution of prostitution offenses (Part B); and to amend the multiple dwelling law, the public health law, the real property actions and proceedings law, the real property law, the vehicle and traffic law, and the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to making conforming changes (Part C)

AI Summary

This bill decriminalizes certain prostitution offenses in New York, amends provisions relating to the prosecution of such offenses, and vacates judgments for prior convictions of certain prostitution-related crimes. It also makes conforming changes to related laws, such as the multiple dwelling law, public health law, and real property laws. The bill aims to eliminate the criminal records and penalties associated with some prostitution-related activities, while maintaining certain restrictions and penalties for more severe offenses involving minors or sex trafficking.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (24)

Last Action

referred to codes (on 01/05/2022)

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