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NY S07796
NY S07796Relates to the tolling of statute of limitations for individuals in state custody; provides that with respect to state action brought by anyone to recover damages for physical, psychological, or other injury or condition suffered while in state custody, the time in which such action must commence shall be extended to three years after such person is released from such custody.
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Introduced
12/08/2023
12/08/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the civil practice law and rules, the general municipal law and the court of claims act, in relation to the tolling of statute of limitations for individuals in state custody
AI Summary
This bill amends the Civil Practice Law and Rules, the General Municipal Law, and the Court of Claims Act to extend the statute of limitations for civil claims brought by individuals who suffered physical, psychological, or other injury or condition while in state custody, such as in correctional facilities, mental health facilities, or while being held by law enforcement. The time to commence such actions is extended to three years after the person is released from custody, regardless of any other provisions of law that impose a shorter time period or require the filing of a notice of claim as a prerequisite.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Julia Salazar (D)*,
Cordell Cleare (D),
Nathalia Ferna´ndez (D),
Andrew Gounardes (D),
Brad Hoylman (D),
Luis Sepúlveda (D),
Last Action
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY (on 01/03/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S7796 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S07796&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S07796 |
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