Provides for an optional excuse from jury service for persons age 70 and over
This bill allows New York residents aged 70 or older to request an automatic exemption from jury service without needing to prove physical or mental incapacity, undue hardship, or extreme inconvenience. To qualify, individuals must submit proof of age (via mail, fax, email, or in person) to the commissioner of jurors. The exemption applies to the entire jury service period, replacing previous requirements that applicants justify their request. It directly affects seniors receiving jury summonses and takes effect September 1 following enactment.
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in committee
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Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 9, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
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lower
Jan 9, 2025
Committee
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lower
1 primary · 11 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Rebecca Seawright
DDemocratic
Co
Erik Dilan
DDemocratic
Co
Jaime Williams
DDemocratic
Co
Jen Lunsford
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
John McDonald
DDemocratic
Co
John Zaccaro
DDemocratic
Co
Judy Griffin
DDemocratic
Co
Karen McMahon
DDemocratic
Co
Karines Reyes
DDemocratic
Co
Larinda Hooks
DDemocratic/Working Families
Co
Phil Ramos
DDemocratic
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