Bill > S07468

This bill amends several New York state court acts (City Civil Court Act, Uniform City Court Act, Uniform District Court Act, and Uniform Justice Court Act) to expand the jurisdiction of small claims courts in issuing information subpoenas. Currently, when a judgment in a small claims court remains unsatisfied, the court clerk can issue information subpoenas at a nominal cost to help the judgment creditor collect their money. The proposed changes would allow these information subpoenas to be issued and served anywhere in the state, overriding previous geographical limitations. An information subpoena is a legal tool that allows a judgment creditor to request financial information about the judgment debtor to help collect an unpaid debt. The bill ensures that small claims courts have the same power as the supreme court to punish contempt related to these subpoenas, meaning that individuals who ignore or refuse to comply with the subpoena could face legal consequences. The act will take effect 90 days after becoming law, providing time for courts and legal professionals to prepare for the expanded subpoena authority.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7468