Bill > A06782

This bill requires the chief administrator of the courts to establish an online payment option for posting bail and paying other court-related fees and monies. Currently, the judiciary law allows for payments to be made using credit cards or similar methods, but this bill specifically mandates the creation of an online payment system. The bill updates language to use gender-neutral terminology (changing "his or her" to "their") and maintains existing provisions that allow the chief administrator to charge a reasonable administrative fee for such online transactions. The bill also requires the state comptroller to assist in developing the system to ensure proper fund allocation to the appropriate jurisdictions. Additionally, the bill provides an opportunity for police departments and state agencies with police officers to incorporate this online payment system for pre-arraignment bail. The legislation will take effect 180 days after becoming law, giving the court system time to implement the new online payment option.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6782