Allows victim impact statements in New York state be video recorded; requires that the members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners.

New York State Assembly Bill A03419 amends the criminal procedure law to allow victims of crimes to submit video recorded impact statements. It also requires that the members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners review all relevant victim impact statements before conducting a parole hearing. These board members must sign a written attestation confirming they have reviewed the statements. The bill takes effect 90 days after it becomes law.

Allows victim impact statements in New York state be video recorded; requires that the members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners.

New York State Assembly Bill A03419 amends the criminal procedure law to allow victims of crimes to submit video recorded impact statements. It also requires that the members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners review all relevant victim impact statements before conducting a parole hearing. These board members must sign a written attestation confirming they have reviewed the statements. The bill takes effect 90 days after it becomes law.