Removes the lifetime ban on jury duty for convicted felons in New York.

New York Senate Bill S02240 seeks to amend the state's judiciary law by removing the lifetime ban on jury duty for convicted felons. The bill modifies the qualifications for jury service, removing the disqualification for those convicted of a felony. It also allows for the temporary excusal of jury service for individuals currently serving a term of incarceration for a felony conviction. The changes would take effect 180 days after the bill becomes law.

Removes the lifetime ban on jury duty for convicted felons in New York.

New York Senate Bill S02240 seeks to amend the state's judiciary law by removing the lifetime ban on jury duty for convicted felons. The bill modifies the qualifications for jury service, removing the disqualification for those convicted of a felony. It also allows for the temporary excusal of jury service for individuals currently serving a term of incarceration for a felony conviction. The changes would take effect 180 days after the bill becomes law.