Bill > A08929

This bill repeals the crime of felony murder, which is a legal doctrine that allows someone to be convicted of murder even if they did not directly cause a death, as long as the death occurred during the commission of a dangerous felony. The bill also establishes a process for individuals previously convicted under this doctrine to have their convictions vacated (canceled) and to be resentenced, with the Office of Court Administration responsible for notifying eligible individuals and their legal counsel, and the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision assisting in the release or supervision adjustments. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Division of Criminal Justice Services and the Office of Court Administration collect and report specific crime statistics related to felony murder convictions, including the number of incarcerated individuals, their demographics, and the outcomes of resentencing applications, to promote transparency and inform the public and legislature.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8929