Relates to confidential hearing records; authorizes attorney representing incarcerated individual in certain proceedings to obtain a copy of hearing record; prohibits redisclosure.

New York Senate Bill S05824 allows attorneys representing incarcerated individuals to obtain copies of confidential hearing records for appeals or related lawsuits. The bill prohibits these attorneys from sharing the records with unauthorized individuals. Additionally, information identifying confidential informants may be redacted from the records.

Positive media analysis is being generated.

Although direct media critiques of S05824 are lacking, concerns with comparable bills often include potential risks to the confidentiality of sensitive information and the safety of informants, even with redaction measures in place.