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John Jay College of Criminal Justice report comes as lawmakers and Gov. Hochul weighing measure to seal many criminal records.

Conviction inconsistency data takes center stage as Clean Slate Act aims to seal records New York State

State leaders agree to eliminate a provision that requires judges to prescribe the “least restrictive” means to ensure defendants return to court.

Following the arrest of a former Metro Corrections officer last week, advocates are shifting the spotlight to holistic reforms – like more health care services and fewer arrests – to improve conditions at the downtown Louisville jail.

 

As bail reform takes center stage in state budget discussions, a freshman Republican senator is pitching a novel bail reform idea — a true elimination of bail

As bail reform takes center stage in state budget discussions, a freshman Republican senator is pitching a novel bail reform idea — a true elimination of bail

Gotham Gazette is an online publication covering New York policy and politics as well as news on public safety, transportation, education, finance and more.

The law professors who signed the open letter said Hochul's proposed changes to the New York's bail law would exacerbate pre-existing racial and wealth disparities.

New Yorkers will continue to suffer until state leaders dispense with their illusions about recent criminal-justice legislation.