S 4628 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Enables the victim of a misdemeanor to make a statement at the sentencing of the defendant

This bill, "Emma's Law," allows victims of misdemeanor crimes to speak at the defendant's sentencing hearing. It requires courts to notify defendants at least seven days in advance if a victim plans to speak, and gives defendants the option to request a delay if they don't receive timely notice. The law applies specifically to misdemeanor cases and clarifies that family members or legal representatives may speak on behalf of victims who are unable to attend. The bill takes effect immediately but expires two years after enactment.
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Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Alexis Weik
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