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NY A00116

NY A00116
Relates to failure to complete a program for time allowances due to circumstances beyond an individual's control.


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Introduced
01/04/2023
In Committee
02/28/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the correction law, in relation to failure to complete a program for time allowances due to circumstances beyond an individual's control

AI Summary

This bill amends the Correction Law to provide that time allowances against a person's sentence shall not be withheld if the person fails to complete a program due to circumstances beyond their control. The bill applies this provision to time allowances for good behavior and efficient performance of duties, merit time allowances, and presumptive release from prison. The bill also clarifies that a person's failure to continue participating in an assigned work or treatment program, due to circumstances beyond their control, shall not be grounds for revoking their presumptive release.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

ordered to third reading cal.8 (on 01/03/2024)

Bill Topics

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
  • ‐ Prisons and Correctional Institutions

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