Establishes guidelines for district attorneys to electronically convert records, books, or papers over 10 years old.
The bill amends the judiciary law to allow the justices of the appellate division of the supreme court to direct district attorneys to electronically file records, books, or papers more than 10 years old. Exceptions include records related to homicide cases and permanent criminal case records. The justices may require consent from state or local departments or agencies with an interest in the records. The act takes effect immediately.
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