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NY A09724

NY A09724
Imposes a duty on a vehicular assailant to support a surviving child of a parent or guardian killed by such person; defines income; provides for a determination of support.


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Introduced
04/03/2024
In Committee
04/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the family court act and the social services law, in relation to a vehicular assailant's duty to support a surviving child

AI Summary

This bill imposes a duty on a vehicular assailant (someone convicted of vehicular manslaughter or aggravated vehicular homicide) to provide child support for a surviving child of a parent or guardian killed by the assailant. It defines key terms like "child support," "income," and "surviving child," and outlines factors the court must consider when determining the amount of support. The bill also allows the court to allocate a portion of any non-recurring payments received by the assailant, such as life insurance or lottery winnings, towards the child support obligation. The provisions of this bill will apply to all relevant offenses and actions commenced on or after the effective date.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to judiciary (on 04/03/2024)

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