Relates to the issuance of appearance tickets for certain violations of the agriculture and markets law when the person is charged with a crime for which the court may order the posting of a security.
Summary
Bill A04740 seeks to amend the criminal procedure law regarding the issuance of appearance tickets for certain violations of the agriculture and markets law. Specifically, it adds a new provision that allows for the issuance of appearance tickets when a person is charged with a crime that may require the posting of security under the agriculture and markets law. This change aims to streamline the legal process for handling specific agricultural violations and ensure that appropriate measures are in place for accountability.
Impact
The bill's passage would modify existing criminal procedure laws in New York by explicitly allowing the issuance of appearance tickets in cases related to agricultural violations. This could lead to more efficient handling of such cases and potentially reduce the burden on the court system by allowing for alternatives to arrest in specific situations. It may also impact how agricultural laws are enforced and the legal responsibilities of individuals charged under these laws.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding Bill A04740 appears to be neutral, as there have been no recorded votes or significant public discussions noted in the provided context. The lack of contention or strong opinions may indicate that the bill is seen as a technical adjustment rather than a controversial piece of legislation.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention reported in the discussions or votes regarding Bill A04740. The bill seems to be straightforward in its intent to clarify the issuance of appearance tickets for specific agricultural law violations, which may not have raised significant debate among legislators or stakeholders.
Same As
Relates to the issuance of appearance tickets for certain violations of the agriculture and markets law when the person is charged with a crime for which the court may order the posting of a security.
Relates to the issuance of appearance tickets for certain violations of the agriculture and markets law when the person is charged with a crime for which the court may order the posting of a security.
Provides that persons charged with a parking violation shall be able to make an electronic court appearance unless a locality elects not to permit electronic appearances.
Provides that persons charged with a parking violation shall be able to make an electronic court appearance unless a locality elects not to permit electronic appearances.
Provides that the commissioner of agriculture and markets shall have the responsibility to monitor potential weather threats to agricultural production; authorizes the commissioner of agriculture and markets to declare an agricultural weather emergency; directs the commissioner of agriculture and markets to maintain a webpage on agricultural weather emergencies; directs the commissioner of agriculture and markets, in collaboration with the division of homeland security and emergency services, to establish an emergency weather alert system to support New York farmers in protecting their crops, livestock and the safety of their workers.
Directs the department of agriculture and markets to increase the number of regional farmers' markets for the direct marketing of foods and produce produced in the state.
Provides a tax credit for sales or rentals of agricultural assets to emerging farmers; requires the commissioner of agriculture and markets to implement a plan for certification of eligible taxpayers with respect thereto.
Provides a tax credit for sales or rentals of agricultural assets to emerging farmers; requires the commissioner of agriculture and markets to implement a plan for certification of eligible taxpayers with respect thereto.
Requires certain peace officers to issue an appearance ticket, summon or arrest and bring before the appropriate court any person offending the provisions of article 26 of the agriculture and markets law.