S3071

The New York State Senate passed legislation amending the Criminal Procedure Law to strengthen cases involving domestic violence victims. Senate Print 3071, sponsored by Sen. Fernandez, would grant prosecutors and victims' advocates access to past sealed convictions, restraining orders, and orders of protection in domestic violence cases. The measure aims to help establish patterns of abuse and improve the likelihood of securing justice for victims. "This is important to see the pattern of harm that is done on a victim and to further get justice," Sen. Fernandez said during floor debate. The bill passed on a roll call vote, 58-0.