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NY S00741

NY S00741
Relates to the public release of grand jury documents; releases the district attorney's grand jury charges to the public upon request once the grand jury has reached a final decision.


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Introduced
01/06/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the criminal procedure law, in relation to public release of grand jury documents

AI Summary

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to require the court to make the legal instructions and charges submitted to the grand jury available to the public upon request, following the grand jury's final decision on any charges. The names of witnesses and any information that could identify them will be redacted if the court determines that public release of such information could endanger any individual.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

REFERRED TO CODES (on 01/03/2024)

Taxonomy

Government Operations
  • ‐ Government Transparency and Open Records
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing

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