Jonathan Lippman
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De Blasio Presses for State Criminal Justice Reforms In Wake of NYPD Death
The mayor wants the law to say judges must consider public safety when making bail and sentencing decisions. Oct 23, 2015
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Clearing Court Backlog is Next on Mayor's List of Rikers Reforms
Mayor de Blasio hopes to resolve long standing cases and institute better coordination between the city, courts and attorneys to create a smoother process. Apr 14, 2015
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Many Held In NYC Jail Are Never Convicted
Many people are held in New York City jails for weeks or months before trial who are never ultimately convicted of a crime. Sep 20, 2013
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Bondsmen Pan Bail Overhaul Plan
“The professional bail bondsman brings important benefits for society. Changing the effective system of the status quo would be not only a mistake but catastrophic.”
Feb 6, 2013
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Chief Judge: NY Should Send More Teenage Offenders to Family Court
New York State's chief judge said the state should no longer try 16- and 17-year olds as adults in criminal courts if they are charged with less serious crimes. Sep 21, 2011
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