An Act to codify the Suffolk County Sheriff’s authority to provide pre-arraignment care of arrestees
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to formally establish the Suffolk County Sheriff’s existing authority to provide medical care to individuals in custody before they are arraigned. Currently, the Sheriff’s role in this area is not explicitly codified in law. This legislation seeks to clarify and solidify this responsibility, ensuring consistent and appropriate care for arrestees within the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department.
Key provisions
- Formalizes the Suffolk County Sheriff’s authority to provide pre-arraignment medical care.
- Addresses the care of arrestees within the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department.
- Clarifies the scope of the Sheriff’s responsibilities in this context.
- Ensures consistent standards of care for individuals awaiting arraignment.
Who is affected
- Individuals in custody awaiting arraignment in Suffolk County.
- The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Department.
- Patients receiving pre-arraignment medical care.
Notable changes
- Codifies existing practices rather than introducing new policies.
- Provides legal clarity regarding the Sheriff’s role in providing medical care to arrestees.
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