Bill > A04025

This bill amends the public officers law to waive the traditional residency requirement for certain attorney positions in Warren County, New York. Specifically, the bill allows individuals to serve as assistant district attorney, assistant public defender, or assistant county attorney in Warren County even if they do not live directly within the county, provided they reside in an adjoining county within New York State. The legislation maintains the general residency requirement for similar positions in other counties and includes an important exception: the first assistant public defender must still reside in Warren County, as this person would be responsible for assuming the public defender's duties in their absence. By creating this exemption, the bill provides more flexibility in hiring for these legal positions in Warren County, potentially helping the county attract qualified legal professionals who might not live within the county's immediate boundaries.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4025