New York A08745 amends the correction law to allow an adverse inference against the testimony of a Department of Corrections and Community.

New York A08745 amends the correction law by adding a new provision that allows for an adverse inference against the testimony of an officer or other employee of the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision during any disciplinary proceeding of an incarcerated individual. This inference applies if the officer or employee violated department rules or regulations by turning off a facility camera or body-worn camera, or otherwise prevented such cameras from recording the incident in question.

New York A08745 amends the correction law to allow an adverse inference against the testimony of a Department of Corrections and Community.

New York A08745 amends the correction law by adding a new provision that allows for an adverse inference against the testimony of an officer or other employee of the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision during any disciplinary proceeding of an incarcerated individual. This inference applies if the officer or employee violated department rules or regulations by turning off a facility camera or body-worn camera, or otherwise prevented such cameras from recording the incident in question.