New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S08763

Introduced
1/8/26  
Refer
1/8/26  
Engrossed
1/21/26  
Refer
1/21/26  
Engrossed
2/3/26  
Enrolled
2/13/26  
Chaptered
2/13/26  

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

This bill significantly impacts state laws related to victim rights and criminal justice processes. By formalizing the requirement for notification, it establishes a more structured way of keeping victims informed, which could lead to a greater sense of involvement and closure for those affected by crime. The act aligns with broader trends in criminal justice reform aimed at enhancing the rights of victims and ensuring their voices are heard in the legal process.

Summary

Bill S08763 aims to amend New York's criminal procedure law by introducing a requirement for district attorneys to notify crime victims about the disposition of felony trials. Specifically, the bill mandates that if a victim is not present when the defendant is acquitted or sentenced, they must receive a written summary of the trial's outcome. This notification can be delivered via mail, electronically, or by other secure means, which seeks to ensure that victims remain informed about cases that directly affect them.

Contention

During the discussions surrounding S08763, notable points of contention arose regarding the methods of notification and the broader implications for district attorney resources. Some legislators voiced concerns over the potential increase in administrative burdens on district attorneys, who may need to allocate additional resources to comply with the new requirements. There are also discussions about ensuring that the notifications are timely and maintain the victims' privacy while providing necessary information.

Companion Bills

NY A09493

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 A09493

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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