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DOC settles lawsuit for nearly $7 million after prisoners allege 'retaliatory force campaign'

Settlement in Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center lawsuit reveals systemic abuse against inmates, with a proposed $7 million payout awaiting federal court approval.

Law

fromwww.nytimes.com

3 weeks ago

Officer Pleads Guilty to Fatal Beating of Prisoner Seen on Camera

Christopher Walrath, a corrections officer, pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter for his role in the beating death of prisoner Robert Brooks.

NYC parents

fromNew York Post

2 months ago

Hochul admin says NY prison strike over, fires thousands of guards who refused to return to work

The unsanctioned strike by corrections officers in New York has ended, with many being fired for non-compliance.

California

fromSFGATE

2 months ago

5 hurt in riot involving improvised weapons at California prison, officials say

A riot at California State Prison, Sacramento injured several inmates, prompting emergency response and lockdown measures.

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Eagle

3 months ago

Tentative agreement may end wildcat NYS prison strike

A tentative agreement was reached to end the illegal strike in New York state prisons, addressing staffing and operational concerns.