Bill > S05288

This bill amends Rule 2101 of the New York Civil Practice Law and Rules by adding a new subdivision regarding exhibit submission in legal proceedings. The key provision requires that every exhibit be clearly identified, but importantly, the bill does not mandate a specific method for how that identification must occur. Additionally, the bill prohibits courts from rejecting a submission solely because an exhibit is mislabeled, which aims to prevent technical procedural obstacles from interfering with the substantive presentation of evidence. This change provides more flexibility for legal practitioners in how they label and present exhibits during legal proceedings, potentially reducing unnecessary procedural complications that could hinder the presentation of evidence in court.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5288