New York A01809 mandates law enforcement agencies to store evidence in fireproof containers or areas, document and photograph evidence before.

New York A01809 amends the executive law to require law enforcement agencies to store physical or other evidence within fireproof containers or areas. These containers or areas must be located within state-of-the-art facilities using modern technology. Before storing evidence, agencies must document and photograph it, with these documents and photographs stored in a different location from the evidence itself. The law applies to police agencies, departments, authorities, and sheriff's departments within the state or any political subdivision. The act takes effect immediately.

New York A01809 mandates law enforcement agencies to store evidence in fireproof containers or areas, document and photograph evidence before.

New York A01809 amends the executive law to require law enforcement agencies to store physical or other evidence within fireproof containers or areas. These containers or areas must be located within state-of-the-art facilities using modern technology. Before storing evidence, agencies must document and photograph it, with these documents and photographs stored in a different location from the evidence itself. The law applies to police agencies, departments, authorities, and sheriff's departments within the state or any political subdivision. The act takes effect immediately.