New York 2025 Session Status: Introduced

A7725 — Provides that instructions to the jury shall include certain defenses

Last action — In Assembly Committee

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Assembly
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Assembly. Introduced April 08, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Summary

Provides that instructions to the jury shall include certain defenses; provides that such instructions shall include, but not be limited to, "Do not let bias, sympathy, prejudice, or public opinion influence your decision"; defines the term "bias".

Bill Text

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 218 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (218)

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Frequently asked questions

What does A7725 do?
Provides that instructions to the jury shall include certain defenses; provides that such instructions shall include, but not be limited to, "Do not let bias, sympathy, prejudice, or public opinion influence your decision"; defines the term "bias".
Who sponsors A7725?
A7725 is sponsored by Latrice Walker.
What is the current status of A7725?
This bill has been introduced in the Assembly. Introduced April 08, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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