Despite NYPD's claims, an analysis shows that the distribution of jaywalking summonses does not correlate with areas of high pedestrian injury rates, highlighting apparent racial bias.
For example, the 115th Precinct, which issued 70 jaywalking summonses, is not among the top precincts for pedestrian injuries—contradicting NYPD’s justification for issuing tickets.
NYPD testimony against legalizing jaywalking emphasizes their approach to focus on areas with high injuries, yet data reveals they often issue tickets in lower injury zones.
In Brooklyn, precincts like the 61st had 128 injuries but issued only 5 jaywalking tickets, showcasing disparities that question the validity of the NYPD's enforcement patterns.
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