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NY S01682
NY S01682Relates to a judicial diversion program for certain felony offenders; expands definition for an eligible defendant.
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Introduced
01/14/2021
01/14/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
04/20/2021
04/20/2021
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the criminal procedure law, in relation to a judicial diversion program for certain felony offenders
AI Summary
This bill amends the Criminal Procedure Law to expand the definition of "eligible defendant" for the judicial diversion program. The bill includes individuals charged with certain additional felony offenses, such as conspiracy, auto stripping, and identity theft, as eligible for the program. The bill also updates terminology, replacing references to "abuse" with "use disorder" in line with clinical terminology. The judicial diversion program allows eligible defendants to participate in substance use treatment in lieu of a criminal conviction, provided they meet certain conditions set by the court.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Housing and Urban Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
REFERRED TO ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE (on 01/05/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S1682 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S01682&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S01682 |
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