Allows victim impact statements in New York state to be video recorded and mandates parole board members review these statements before parole.

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to allow victims of crimes in New York to submit their impact statements in video format. It also requires that members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners review all relevant victim impact statements before conducting a parole hearing. These board members must sign a written attestation confirming they have reviewed the statements. The bill aims to ensure that parole decisions consider the full impact of the crime on victims.

Allows victim impact statements in New York state to be video recorded and mandates parole board members review these statements before parole.

This bill amends the criminal procedure law to allow victims of crimes in New York to submit their impact statements in video format. It also requires that members of the parole board and all presiding commissioners review all relevant victim impact statements before conducting a parole hearing. These board members must sign a written attestation confirming they have reviewed the statements. The bill aims to ensure that parole decisions consider the full impact of the crime on victims.