New York S02674 amends the criminal procedure law to clarify provisions for protective orders for juries.

New York S02674 amends the criminal procedure law by updating subdivision 1-a of section 270.15. The bill allows the court to issue a protective order for a stated period, regulating the disclosure of names and addresses of prospective or sworn jurors. The court may issue such an order upon finding good cause, considering factors like threats to juror safety, the seriousness of charges, and pretrial publicity. The order restricts disclosure to counsel for either party.

New York S02674 amends the criminal procedure law to clarify provisions for protective orders for juries.

New York S02674 amends the criminal procedure law by updating subdivision 1-a of section 270.15. The bill allows the court to issue a protective order for a stated period, regulating the disclosure of names and addresses of prospective or sworn jurors. The court may issue such an order upon finding good cause, considering factors like threats to juror safety, the seriousness of charges, and pretrial publicity. The order restricts disclosure to counsel for either party.