New York S00481 allows courts to conduct arraignments electronically if the defendant consents and the chief administrator of the courts authorizes.

New York S00481 amends the criminal procedure law to allow courts to dispense with the defendant's personal appearance at an arraignment and conduct an electronic arraignment. This change is at the court's discretion, provided the defendant consents after consulting with their counsel. The chief administrator of the courts must authorize the use of electronic appearance. The bill takes effect immediately but does not affect the repeal of section 182.20 of the criminal procedure law.

New York S00481 allows courts to conduct arraignments electronically if the defendant consents and the chief administrator of the courts authorizes.

New York S00481 amends the criminal procedure law to allow courts to dispense with the defendant's personal appearance at an arraignment and conduct an electronic arraignment. This change is at the court's discretion, provided the defendant consents after consulting with their counsel. The chief administrator of the courts must authorize the use of electronic appearance. The bill takes effect immediately but does not affect the repeal of section 182.20 of the criminal procedure law.