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Report: NYPD Officers Face Little Discipline Over Stop and Frisk Violations

Despite court-ordered reform, the NYPD has rarely taken action to discipline officers who make illegal stops.

LAS Decries Watered-Down NYPD Disciplinary Matrix

The move is the latest by Mayor Adams to erode meaningful accountability for the NYPD.

Report: NYPD Failing to Comply with Stop and Frisk Reforms

An Independent Federal Monitor released a report showing that the NYPD has failed to comply with court-ordered mandates to reform its practices.

LAS Sues to Protect Sealed Juvenile Records

The lawsuit seeks to end the NYPD's unlawful practice of accessing, using and disclosing sealed arrest-related records of youth ages 7 through 17.

NYPD Misconduct Lawsuits Have Cost Taxpayers Over $82 Million in 2024

At this rate, payouts for 2024 could total over $140 million, the highest amount in years.

Adams Forces Out CCRB Head in Latest Blow to Police Accountability

Arva Rice, Interim Chairwoman of the Civilian Complaint Review Board, has been forced to resign.

Report: NYPD Violated Surveillance Technology Rules

The NYPD's rollout of new technologies clearly violated the legal requirements for transparency and oversight.

LAS, NYCLU Secure Over $500K for Protesters Brutalized by NYPD

The settlement stems from the NYPD's violent response to demonstrations following the police killing of George Floyd.

LAS Demands Investigation Into NYPD Crackdown on Student Protests

The NYPD's handling of protests at local colleges and universities was rife with unacceptable levels of violence, abuses of authority, and unlawful procedure.

LAS Condemns NYPD Over Unlawful Actions at Student Protests

Police have detained demonstrators who should have received appearance tickets; many protesters have languished in custody for over 24-hours.