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New Yorkers Incarcerated on Technical Parole Violations Hits Nine-Month High

The Legal Aid Society called on elected officials to enact the “Less is More Act" that would overhaul New York’s parole system, as reported by The Appeal.

LAS Urges Greater Outreach for NYC Anti-Eviction Measures

The low number of tenants who are submitting declaration of hardship forms demonstrates the need for better public engagement, reports Law360.

LAS Suit Challenges Rule Limiting Eviction Relief for Families

The lawsuit seeks to pause a catch-22 regulation requiring that tenants must face eviction before qualifying for FHEPS rent vouchers, reports THE CITY.

LAS in the News 02.05.21

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

LAS: Homeless New Yorkers Face New Challenges Accessing Shelter

The Legal Aid Society's Gabriela Torres-Lorenzotti joined Univision to discuss the barriers that people experiencing homelessness face during the current pandemic.

LAS Breaks Down the Earned Income Tax Credit

Shervon Small, Supervising Attorney for The Legal Aid Society's Low-Income Taxpayer Unit, discussed the ins and outs of the EITC with City Limits.

Defenders Sue to Ensure COVID-19 Vaccinations for Incarcerated New Yorkers

The petition argues that excluding incarcerated individuals from vaccination is a violation of the 14th Amendment of the Constitution, according to POLITICO New York.

LAS Calls to End Arrest, Prosecution of Young Children After Violent Incident

The pepper-spraying and handcuffing of a nine-year-old in Rochester has renewed advocates' demand for legislation that would protect children under twelve, as reported by THE CITY.

Advocates Demand Release of Immigrants in ICE Detention

A new memorandum issued by the Department of Homeland Security redefines ICE's enforcement, custody, and removal priorities, reports The Bergen Record.

LAS Welcomes President Biden’s Executive Order on “Public Charge” Rules

The new order signed by the President calls for a top-to-bottom evaluation of the Trump administration's regulations and policies that curbed legal migration, according to Law360.