Bill > S07138

This bill prohibits coroners, coroner's physicians, and medical examiners from publicly releasing or disseminating criminal history or mental health history records of individuals who were the subject of use of force by police or peace officers. Specifically, when these medical professionals conduct an inquiry, autopsy, or examination related to an incident involving the use of force by a police or peace officer (as defined in the criminal procedure law), they are forbidden from sharing such personal history information with news organizations or any other entities. The key terms in the bill include "use of force," which is referenced as being described in another section of the law, and "police officer" and "peace officer," which have specific legal definitions in the criminal procedure law. The bill aims to protect the privacy of individuals involved in police use of force incidents by preventing the public disclosure of their sensitive personal history. The legislation will take effect 30 days after becoming law, providing a brief transition period for implementation.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7138