A 6863 New York Assembly · 2025 Regular Session

Establishes an alternative resolution program for service members and veterans accused of certain felonies

This bill creates a program allowing courts to offer veterans and active service members accused of certain non-violent felonies (excluding sex offenses and specific violent crimes) an alternative to standard sentencing. It requires courts to assess whether the individual's military service contributed to their crime through a court-approved evaluation for conditions like PTSD or substance abuse. If eligible, defendants receive treatment instead of jail time, with the court considering if their service-related condition played a role in the offense. The program aims to address gaps in mental health care for veterans within the criminal justice system.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 14, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Vivian Cook
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