Preserves the ability to appeal a violation of a defendant's right to make a statement personally at sentencing.

New York Assembly Bill A03524 amends the criminal procedure law to ensure that a defendant retains the right to appeal a violation of their right to make a personal statement at sentencing, even if they signed a valid waiver of appeal. This change allows defendants to challenge on appeal any infringement of their rights under this provision. The act takes effect immediately.

Preserves the ability to appeal a violation of a defendant's right to make a statement personally at sentencing.

New York Assembly Bill A03524 amends the criminal procedure law to ensure that a defendant retains the right to appeal a violation of their right to make a personal statement at sentencing, even if they signed a valid waiver of appeal. This change allows defendants to challenge on appeal any infringement of their rights under this provision. The act takes effect immediately.