NYC hit with soaring number of lawsuits fueled by conviction reversals - and taxpayers could be on the hook

New York City faced an unprecedented influx of lawsuits in the last fiscal year, amounting to 10,359, reflecting a concerning 18% rise from the previous year. This spike marks the highest number of lawsuits recorded since the city began monitoring such figures in 2010.

The New York City Law Department indicates that a notable number of these lawsuits stem from individuals wrongfully convicted in past criminal cases, particularly those whose convictions were overturned after long periods of incarceration.

With a total of $1.2 billion allocated for lawsuit settlements last fiscal year, taxpayers may bear the financial burden stemming from the large volume of lawsuits initiated against the city, indicating a growing concern over public spending and accountability.

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