Bill > A09371

This bill amends the executive law to modify the rules for reincarceration of individuals on community supervision (parole) for technical violations and absconding. Specifically, the bill increases the potential periods of reincarceration for absconding from the current limits (7, 15, and 30 days) to new limits of 15, 30, and 60 days for first, second, and subsequent violations, respectively. For technical violations, the bill shifts from a strict prohibition on reincarceration to allowing judicial discretion in considering reincarceration. The bill narrows the list of technical violations that cannot result in reincarceration, removing provisions related to alcohol and drug use, and modifying other conditions such as failing to notify a parole officer of employment changes or obtaining a driver's license. Additionally, the bill increases the potential reincarceration periods for other technical violations, gradually escalating from up to 7 days for first and second violations to up to 60 days for fifth and subsequent violations. These changes aim to provide more flexibility for judges and parole officers in managing community supervision while potentially allowing for more graduated responses to violations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A9371