Bill > A06332

This bill amends the New York State criminal procedure law to require district attorneys to mail a written summary of a felony case's disposition to victims who were not present during the defendant's sentencing or trial acquittal. Specifically, after a felony case concludes with either an acquittal or sentencing, the district attorney (or a person designated by the district attorney) must send a written summary of the case's outcome to any victim who was not physically present in the courtroom at the time of those proceedings. This provision aims to ensure that crime victims are kept informed about the final resolution of cases that have affected them, even if they could not attend the final court proceedings. The bill will go into effect 180 days after becoming law, which provides time for prosecutors' offices to implement the new notification requirement. The legislation represents an effort to improve communication with crime victims and keep them apprised of important legal outcomes that may impact them.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6332