Bill > S06004

This bill amends the New York Penal Law to modify the DNA databank fee requirements for individuals convicted of designated offenses. Specifically, the legislation establishes that a person who has previously provided a DNA sample will not be required to pay the standard $50 DNA databank fee for subsequent designated offense convictions, unless their original DNA sample has been expunged. A designated offense is a term defined in the Executive Law that typically refers to certain criminal offenses that require DNA collection. The bill aims to prevent individuals from being charged multiple times for DNA databank fees if they have already provided a sample in a previous conviction. The DNA databank fee is in addition to other mandatory court fees like surcharges and crime victim assistance fees. The legislation will take effect immediately upon enactment, providing immediate relief to individuals who might otherwise be required to pay repeated DNA databank fees.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S6004