New York S06358 establishes alternative sentencing procedures for victims of child sex crimes who commit crimes against their abusers.

New York S06358, known as the "child sex crime victims protection act," establishes alternative sentencing procedures for victims of child sex crimes who commit crimes against their abusers. The act allows eligible individuals to apply for resentencing, with courts conducting hearings to determine eligibility. If eligible, the court may depart from mandatory minimum sentences, suspend portions of sentences, or transfer cases to family court. The act also allows for appeals from denials of resentencing or new sentences deemed harsh.

New York S06358 establishes alternative sentencing procedures for victims of child sex crimes who commit crimes against their abusers.

New York S06358, known as the "child sex crime victims protection act," establishes alternative sentencing procedures for victims of child sex crimes who commit crimes against their abusers. The act allows eligible individuals to apply for resentencing, with courts conducting hearings to determine eligibility. If eligible, the court may depart from mandatory minimum sentences, suspend portions of sentences, or transfer cases to family court. The act also allows for appeals from denials of resentencing or new sentences deemed harsh.