New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A09493

Introduced
1/7/26  
Refer
1/7/26  
Report Pass
1/13/26  
Refer
1/13/26  

Caption

Requires that following the acquittal after trial or the sentencing of any defendant for a felony, the district attorney, or their designee, shall provide by mail, electronically, or by any other reasonable and secure means of written communication a written summary of the disposition of such felony to any victim who was not present at the time that the defendant was sentenced or acquitted after trial.

Impact

The implementation of A09493 is expected to strengthen the rights of crime victims by ensuring they receive timely updates regarding crucial developments in their cases. The requirement to communicate via various means, including mail and electronic communication, addresses the needs of diverse victims and acknowledges different preferences for receiving information. This aligns with broader trends in victim advocacy that prioritize transparency and victim engagement within the judicial system.

Summary

Bill A09493 aims to enhance the communication processes between district attorneys and crime victims in New York. Specifically, it mandates that following the acquittal or sentencing of a defendant for a felony, the district attorney, or their designee, must provide a written summary of the trial's outcome to any victims who were not present during these proceedings. This provision emphasizes the importance of keeping victims informed and involved in the legal process, even if they cannot attend the trial.

Contention

A point of contention regarding this bill may arise around the practical implications of enforcement. Critics might argue about the feasibility of ensuring all victims are notified effectively, considering factors like the availability of accurate contact information and the potential burden this places on district attorney offices. Additionally, concerns regarding privacy and the security of communication channels could also be raised, emphasizing the need for secure methods to handle sensitive information in a way that protects victims' rights.

Companion Bills

NY S08763

Same As Requires that following the acquittal after trial or the sentencing of any defendant for a felony, the district attorney, or their designee, shall provide by mail, electronically, or by any other reasonable and secure means of written communication a written summary of the disposition of such felony to any victim who was not present at the time that the defendant was sentenced or acquitted after trial.

Previously Filed As

NY S08763

Requires that following the acquittal after trial or the sentencing of any defendant for a felony, the district attorney, or their designee, shall provide by mail, electronically, or by any other reasonable and secure means of written communication a written summary of the disposition of such felony to any victim who was not present at the time that the defendant was sentenced or acquitted after trial.

NY S07546

Requires that following the acquittal after trial or the sentencing of any defendant for a felony, the district attorney, or their designee, shall mail a written summary of the disposition of such felony to any victim who was not present at the time that the defendant was sentenced or acquitted after trial.

NY A06332

Requires that following the acquittal after trial or the sentencing of any defendant for a felony, the district attorney, or their designee, shall mail a written summary of the disposition of such felony to any victim who was not present at the time that the defendant was sentenced or acquitted after trial.

NY S00611

Provides for victim statements, or statements from anyone designated by a victim to speak, at the sentencing of a defendant for certain misdemeanors.

NY S08013

Provides that in order to present the claim for unjust conviction and imprisonment, claimant must establish by documentary evidence that: they have been convicted of one or more felonies or misdemeanors against the state and subsequently sentenced to a term of imprisonment, and have served all or any part of the sentence; and they have had the one or more felonies and misdemeanors dismissed with prejudice following serving all or part of the sentence; and their claim is not time-barred.

NY A10797

Provides that in order to present the claim for unjust conviction and imprisonment, claimant must establish by documentary evidence that: they have been convicted of one or more felonies or misdemeanors against the state and subsequently sentenced to a term of imprisonment, and have served all or any part of the sentence; and they have had the one or more felonies and misdemeanors dismissed with prejudice following serving all or part of the sentence; and their claim is not time-barred.

NY HB2444

Providing that jail credit when consecutive sentences are imposed shall not apply to more than one case, creating special sentencing rules when a felony is committed by certain offenders while on probation, parole or postrelease supervision for a prior felony and requiring secured minimum bonds for certain defendants who commit a new felony while on probation, parole, postrelease supervision or bond for a prior felony unless the court makes certain findings.

NY A00934

Provides that if there is a tie when there is an even number of defendants, a peremptory challenge must be allowed.

NY S06735

Provides that if there is a tie when there is an even number of defendants, a peremptory challenge must be allowed.

NY SB152

Provides relative to sentencing of defendants who are victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, or human trafficking. (8/1/25)

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