Bill > A05304

This bill requires the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision's (DOCCS) Office of Special Investigations (OSI) to send a representative in-person to verify any reported incident of bodily injury or harm to an incarcerated individual within five days of receiving such a report. The bill amends Section 137 of the correction law by adding a new subdivision that mandates this prompt, in-person investigation, which is designed to ensure timely and direct confirmation of potential injuries or harm experienced by individuals who are currently incarcerated. By requiring an in-person verification within a relatively short timeframe, the legislation aims to improve oversight, accountability, and responsiveness in addressing potential instances of harm within correctional facilities.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5304