New York S08628 mandates notification of crime victims, including those of sexual offenses, about the address confidentiality program.

New York S08628 amends the executive law and public health law to ensure that victims of crime, including sexual offenses, are notified about the address confidentiality program. This program provides victims with a means to protect their privacy by concealing their residential addresses from the public. The bill requires prosecutorial agencies to inform victims about this program when handling cases, allowing victims to decide whether to participate. This act takes effect immediately.

New York S08628 mandates notification of crime victims, including those of sexual offenses, about the address confidentiality program.

New York S08628 amends the executive law and public health law to ensure that victims of crime, including sexual offenses, are notified about the address confidentiality program. This program provides victims with a means to protect their privacy by concealing their residential addresses from the public. The bill requires prosecutorial agencies to inform victims about this program when handling cases, allowing victims to decide whether to participate. This act takes effect immediately.