Rockefeller Drug Laws

This page collects resources related to NY's Rockefeller Drug Laws, reform legislation and other developments.

Rockefeller Drug Laws Revision
In the last few years, the Rockefeller Drug Laws have been amended to ameliorate some of the harsh sentences imposed under the old law for A-I, Chp. 738 [2004] NY Laws (80K PDF), and A-II, Chp. 643 [2005] NY Laws (16K PDF), felony drug offenders. As the revisions take effect, prisoners and advocates have been exploring the process for resentencing.

Resources
Resentencing Eligibility (CCA 2009)
Rockefeller Drug Law B Felony Re-sentencing (NYC LAS)
Rockefeller Drug Laws Legislative History (PDF)
Summary of the 2005 Rockefeller Drug Law Reform Legislation (NYSDA) (PDF)
Summary of the Rockefeller Drug Law Reform Legislation (NYSDA 2004) (PDF)