New York A05544 mandates sex offender registry checks for youth organization volunteers with direct contact with youths under 18.

New York A05544 amends the social services law to require youth organizations to check the statewide sex offender registry for volunteers expected to have direct contact with youths under 18. Before allowing volunteers to participate, organizations must request an inquiry from the registry. They must inform volunteers about the inquiry and allow them to withdraw before it occurs. Organizations are prohibited from allowing individuals listed in the registry to volunteer. Violations of these provisions can result in civil penalties. The law takes effect immediately.

New York A05544 mandates sex offender registry checks for youth organization volunteers with direct contact with youths under 18.

New York A05544 amends the social services law to require youth organizations to check the statewide sex offender registry for volunteers expected to have direct contact with youths under 18. Before allowing volunteers to participate, organizations must request an inquiry from the registry. They must inform volunteers about the inquiry and allow them to withdraw before it occurs. Organizations are prohibited from allowing individuals listed in the registry to volunteer. Violations of these provisions can result in civil penalties. The law takes effect immediately.