Bill > A07896

This bill expands the types of business records that can be presented as evidence in grand jury proceedings, which are meetings where prosecutors present evidence to a group of citizens to decide if there's enough proof to bring criminal charges. Previously, only specific types of financial and communication records were allowed. Now, any writing or record, including electronic ones, that documents an act, transaction, occurrence, or event can be used as proof if it was made in the regular course of business and it was the regular course of business to make such a record at the time it occurred or shortly after. The term "business" is broadly defined to include any profession, occupation, or calling. Additionally, if a business record contains information beyond what is regularly generated, that extra information must be removed or the grand jury must be instructed not to consider it when deciding on criminal charges.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7896