Bill > S03029

This bill modifies the procedure for interviews of parole applicants and the disclosure of parole applicant records. Key provisions include: - Extending the minimum time before a parole interview from one month to three months, and requiring the interview to be conducted with all parties present and recorded audio-visually. - Providing parole applicants the opportunity to review their parole file at least one month prior to the hearing, with certain records related to mental health not being considered confidential unless disclosure would cause substantial harm. - Requiring the parole board to provide detailed reasons for denying parole, including specific requirements for the applicant to complete in order to qualify for release, and scheduling a reappearance hearing upon completion of those requirements. - Modifying the factors the parole board must consider in making release decisions, with more emphasis on the applicant's preparedness for reentry and reintegration. - Maintaining confidentiality of victim or victim representative statements and contact information provided to the parole board.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S3029