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A 3642

Prohibits the release of certain records of victims of police violence by a police agency, prosecutorial agency or other law enforcement agency

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Maritza Davila and 2 co-sponsors

Prohibits release of certain records about victims of police violence held by police, prosecutorial, or other law enforcement agencies, limiting public access to protect privacy.

REFERRED TO GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS
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Bill Summary · A 3642

Summary of New York A3642

Overview

  • Bill Number: A 3642
  • Title / Purpose (as stated): Prohibits the release of certain records of victims of police violence by a police agency, prosecutorial agency or other law enforcement agency.
  • Status: Referred to the Committee on Governmental Operations
  • Introduced: January 28, 2025
  • Classification: Bill (legislation)

Sponsors

  • Primary Sponsor: Erik Dilan
  • Cosponsors: Nader Sayegh, Maritza Davila

What the Bill Would Do

  • The bill would prohibit the release of certain records related to victims of police violence when those records are held by:
    • a police agency,
    • a prosecutorial agency, or
    • another law enforcement agency.
  • The core effect is to restrict public access to or dissemination of specific records about victims of police violence. The summary provided does not include the exact definitions (e.g., what types of records are covered, what qualifies as “victims,” or what exceptions or justifications might apply), so the precise scope and any carve-outs (such as court orders, safety concerns, or privacy protections) are not specified here.

Potential Impacts and Considerations

  • Privacy and Protection: Aims to protect privacy and safety of victims and their families by limiting publication or disclosure of certain records.
  • Transparency vs. Privacy: Could affect the balance between open records/transparency and privacy, particularly in cases involving police violence investigations or incidents.
  • Operational Impact on Agencies: Police, prosecutorial, and other law enforcement agencies would implement the restrictions, including any internal policies for handling requests and disclosures.
  • Public and Media Access: If enacted, there could be fewer records available to journalists, researchers, and the public concerning victims of police violence.
  • Legal and Administrative Questions: The bill’s specifics (definitions, exemptions, enforcement, penalties, and method of compliance) are not provided in the available summary and would shape practical implications.

Procedural and Timeline Notes

  • Current Stage: Early in the legislative process; referred to the Governmental Operations committee on January 28, 2025.
  • Next Steps: The committee could hold hearings, propose amendments, and advance the bill to a floor vote in the Assembly. If passed, it would move to the Senate for consideration (and potentially a concurrent companion bill has existed in prior sessions).
  • Related and Companion Legislation:
    • Related New York Assembly bills in prior sessions: A 10671, A 3265, A 2659
    • Senate companion: S 7308 (listed twice, indicating a companion measure in the Senate)

Related Information

  • The sponsor list and the existence of prior-session companion bills suggest ongoing interest in restricting public disclosure of certain records regarding victims of police violence and potential alignment with similar measures in previous years.

If you’d like, I can summarize similar companion bills (A 10671, A 3265, A 2659, S 7308) to compare scope and changes across sessions, or draft a one-page brief for stakeholders outlining pros and cons based on the bill’s stated objective.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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