Bill > S07142

This bill modifies existing criminal procedure law to clarify and strengthen protections for individuals who have had criminal charges adjourned in contemplation of dismissal (ACD). Specifically, the bill updates language in sections 170.55 and 170.56 of the criminal procedure law to explicitly state that when a criminal case is adjourned in contemplation of dismissal or dismissed, the action shall be considered terminated in the defendant's favor for the purposes of employment discrimination. The changes ensure that individuals with such case dispositions are legally considered to have never been arrested or prosecuted, which means they cannot suffer employment disabilities or forfeitures related to these charges. The bill uses gender-neutral language, replacing "he" and "his" with "such defendant" and "their", and maintains that existing rights under the criminal procedure law remain intact. The legislation will take effect 90 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for preparing necessary regulatory implementation.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7142