Bill > S07015

This bill amends New York's criminal procedure law to modify bail eligibility for individuals associated with criminal street gangs or criminal enterprises. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that allows judges to deny bail for any misdemeanor or felony offense where there is reasonable cause to believe the defendant is associated with a criminal street gang (as defined in the New York City Administrative Code) or a criminal enterprise (as defined in the state penal law), and where there is reasonable cause to believe the offense is connected to gang or criminal enterprise activity. The bill makes these changes to multiple sections of criminal procedure law, including sections governing initial arraignments and bail hearings. Additionally, the bill updates gender-specific language (changing "his or her" to "their") and clarifies existing provisions about bail eligibility for offenses involving harm to persons or property, or firearms possession. The changes aim to provide prosecutors and courts with more discretion in determining bail for individuals potentially involved in organized criminal activities, potentially making it harder for gang-associated defendants to be released before trial.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7015