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New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

Adams renews calls for Albany to address recidivism, mental health after violent NYC night where hero cop, innocent straphanger were killed

Mayor Eric Adams addresses issues of recidivism and mental health in relation to recent violent incidents.
Adams highlights the need for a real analysis of factors contributing to recidivism and calls for legislative reforms. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
3 months ago
Social justice

Brooklyn Defender Services outlines goals for 2024 legislative session

Brooklyn Defender Services and other public defender offices in New York City are pushing for legislative reforms targeting injustices within the criminal legal, family regulation, and immigration systems.
Advocacy efforts include the Youth Justice and Opportunities Act, the Family Miranda Rights Act, the End Predatory Court Fees Act, and the Treatment Not Jail Act. [ more ]
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