Bill > S07228

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to expand the definition of an "eligible defendant" for the judicial diversion program for certain felony offenses. The bill adds several new offenses, including conspiracy charges, auto stripping, and identity theft, to the list of eligible felony offenses. It also updates the terminology used to refer to "alcohol and substance abuse" to use the term "alcohol and substance use disorder" instead. The bill outlines the court procedures for determining eligibility and participation in the judicial diversion program, including the alcohol and substance use evaluation, hearing, and monitoring of the defendant's treatment and progress.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S7228