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NY A04140

NY A04140
Requires certain evidence or samples for DNA analysis to be accepted by the New York state police forensic investigation center from any firearm, rifle, shotgun, ammunition or magazine loading device when the sole charge is criminal possession of a weapon in the first degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the fourth degree and criminal possession of a firearm.


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Introduced
01/31/2025
In Committee
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the executive law, in relation to evidence accepted by the New York state police forensic investigation center

AI Summary

This bill requires the New York State Police Forensic Investigation Center to accept evidence items or samples for DNA analysis from firearms, rifles, shotguns, ammunition, or magazine loading devices when the sole criminal charge falls under specific weapon possession categories. These categories include criminal possession of a weapon in the first, second, third, and fourth degrees, as well as criminal possession of a firearm, as defined in various sections of the New York penal law. By mandating the acceptance of such evidence, the bill aims to ensure that forensic analysis can be conducted on weapon-related evidence, potentially providing additional investigative information even in cases involving weapon possession charges. The bill represents a procedural change that expands the forensic investigation center's obligations for evidence processing, removing any previous restrictions that might have prevented DNA analysis in these specific weapon possession cases.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

referred to codes (on 01/07/2026)

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