Authorizes the use of body imaging scanning equipment in certain facilities for youth and adolescent offenders placed with or committed to the office of children and family services.
Impact
The implementation of A09333 would create legal provisions for the use of body imaging technology in specific secure detention facilities, which would include youth placed with or committed to the Office of Children and Family Services. This represents a significant shift in the procedures used for screening individuals in such facilities, as it introduces continuous monitoring capabilities. Proponents argue this will not only bolster security measures but also offer a less invasive alternative to traditional pat-down searches, promoting both security and respect for personal dignity.
Summary
A09333 is a legislative bill introduced in the New York Assembly aiming to amend public health law to authorize the use of body imaging scanning equipment in correctional and detention facilities, particularly those housing youth. The bill specifies that licensed practitioners and unlicensed personnel may utilize this technology for screening individuals committed to these facilities, improving security protocols and potentially addressing contraband concerns. The use of this equipment is intended to enhance safety measures within correctional facilities by allowing for advanced screening methods upon intake, after visits, and under suspicion of contraband.
Contention
Despite its intended security enhancements, A09333 has sparked debate regarding concerns about the health implications of ionizing radiation exposure involved in body scanning technology. Critics express worries over the potential risks, especially for vulnerable populations like youth, and highlight the need for strict regulations and training for personnel operating this equipment. There are also calls for transparency and accountability, including the requirement for facilities to submit annual reports on the utilization and outcomes of scanning practices to ensure compliance with health safety standards and to monitor any adverse effects experienced by individuals subjected to the screenings.
Same As
Authorizes the use of body imaging scanning equipment in certain facilities for youth and adolescent offenders placed with or committed to the office of children and family services.
Authorizes the use of body imaging scanning equipment in certain facilities for youth and adolescent offenders placed with or committed to the office of children and family services.
Authorizes the use of body imaging scanning equipment in local correctional facilities for the screening of visitors in addition to incarcerated individuals.
Requires the office of children and family services certify certain detention facilities for youths and promulgate regulations for certain detention facilities for youths.
Limits the circumstances under which the case of an adolescent offender may be removed to family court; limits the jurisdiction of family court with respect to certain repeat adolescent offenders.
Limits the circumstances under which the case of an adolescent offender may be removed to family court; limits the jurisdiction of family court with respect to certain repeat adolescent offenders.
Includes both the birth family and the foster family of children in foster care, and other families receiving child welfare services from the authorized agency or the local departments of social services in the case of authorized agencies in the definition of family for purposes of services provided by voluntary foster care agency health facilities.
Includes both the birth family and the foster family of children in foster care, and other families receiving child welfare services from the authorized agency or the local departments of social services in the case of authorized agencies in the definition of family for purposes of services provided by voluntary foster care agency health facilities.
Exempts adolescent offenders who displayed a shotgun, rifle or deadly weapon in furtherance of the underlying offense, or who were illegally in possession of a loaded firearm, from those authorized to be removed to family court.
Exempts adolescent offenders who displayed a shotgun, rifle or deadly weapon in furtherance of the underlying offense, or who were illegally in possession of a loaded firearm, from those authorized to be removed to family court.