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Assembly advances law directing child‑sensitive arrest policies; sponsor says changes narrow prior requirements
Summary
The Assembly passed a chapter amendment directing the superintendent of state police and the municipal police training council to develop child‑sensitive arrest policies. The measure removes a requirement to consult DCJS, adds "to the extent practicable" language and takes effect on the 180th day after enactment.
The New York State Assembly on the floor debated and passed a chapter amendment directing the superintendent of state police and the Municipal Police Training Council to develop child‑sensitive arrest policies for situations when a person legally responsible for a child is arrested. Sponsor Assemblymember Al Vannell urged colleagues the changes will "help minimize the childhood trauma associated with parental arrest" and strengthen community trust with police.
The bill amends the executive law and the criminal procedure law to require development and establishment of policies and procedures aimed at…
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