Provides that any writing or record made as a memorandum or record of any act, transaction, occurrence or event, may be received in grand jury proceedings as evidence of proof that such act, transaction, occurrence or event, if it was made in the regular course of any business.
Impact
With this new legislation, it is anticipated that the accessibility of business records during grand jury proceedings will enhance the prosecutorial process. By allowing business records to be used as admissible evidence, it will potentially streamline investigations and prosecutions tied to corporate activities. Additionally, the amendment intends to underscore the regularity and authenticity of such records by setting criteria for their admissibility, requiring they represent actions performed in the normal course of business.
Summary
Bill S09758 is introduced to amend the criminal procedure law in New York concerning the admissibility of business records in grand jury proceedings. This amendment aims to clarify that any writing or record made as a memorandum or record of any act, transaction, occurrence, or event can be accepted as evidence if it was created in the regular course of business. This will facilitate the introduction of business records as proof of events or transactions, which may significantly influence how businesses interact with legal proceedings.
Contention
Notably, there may be some concerns about the implications of broadly accepting business records as evidence. Critics could argue that this could lead to the introduction of records that may contain sensitive or irrelevant information, potentially infringing on privacy rights or leading to misuse in legal contexts. Furthermore, the need for redaction of any additional material beyond the standard business record is emphasized, highlighting the need for careful scrutiny to maintain the integrity of the judicial process.
Same As
Provides that any writing or record made as a memorandum or record of any act, transaction, occurrence or event, may be received in grand jury proceedings as evidence of proof that such act, transaction, occurrence or event, if it was made in the regular course of any business.
Provides that any writing or record made as a memorandum or record of any act, transaction, occurrence or event, may be received in grand jury proceedings as evidence of proof that such act, transaction, occurrence or event, if it was made in the regular course of any business.
Requires every sheriff, county or city commissioner of correction and head of every state, county, or local police department to report instances and occurrences of hate crimes; requires the division to promulgate rules and regulations for such reporting.
Requires every sheriff, county or city commissioner of correction and head of every state, county, or local police department to report instances and occurrences of hate crimes; requires the division to promulgate rules and regulations for such reporting.
Provides that possession of a condom or other reproductive or sexual health device may not be received in evidence in any trial, hearing or proceeding as evidence of conduct which would constitute an offense defined in article 230 of the penal law.
Provides that possession of a condom or other reproductive or sexual health device may not be received in evidence in any trial, hearing or proceeding as evidence of conduct which would constitute an offense defined in article 230 of the penal law.
Prohibits discriminatory advertisement practices in relation to the sale or renting of housing; allows for the division of human rights to investigate such occurrences.