In 2024, New York City allocated $206 million to settle cases of police and prosecutorial misconduct, marking the highest sum in recent years. This amount is part of a larger $756 million spent over seven years, with many claims rooted in the aggressive tactics of the 1990s, when wrongful convictions were common. Among the notable cases were those of James Irons and Thomas Malik, wrongfully imprisoned for three decades, each receiving approximately $16.3 million upon exoneration. The city's legal struggles highlight historical injustices needing correction and the financial ramifications of systemic issues.
New York City spent $206 million last year in settlements for police misconduct, reflecting ongoing consequences of practices from the 1990s that led to wrongful convictions.
The 953 cases settled in 2024 include significant payouts, notably two wrongful conviction cases from 1995 involving James Irons and Thomas Malik, who received $16.3 million each.
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