Allows victims or their designated representatives to speak at sentencing for certain misdemeanors.

The bill amends the criminal procedure law to allow victims or their designated representatives to make statements at sentencing for misdemeanors involving serious physical injury. The court must notify the defendant at least seven days before sentencing if a statement will be made. If the defendant does not receive this notice, they can request a reasonable adjournment. The changes apply immediately upon enactment.

Allows victims or their designated representatives to speak at sentencing for certain misdemeanors.

The bill amends the criminal procedure law to allow victims or their designated representatives to make statements at sentencing for misdemeanors involving serious physical injury. The court must notify the defendant at least seven days before sentencing if a statement will be made. If the defendant does not receive this notice, they can request a reasonable adjournment. The changes apply immediately upon enactment.