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News Archive for "Rikers Island"

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NYC Defenders Demand Action on Humanitarian Crisis in City Jails

A mass wave of staff absenteeism and surging COVID-19 are both major factors contributing to an extraordinarily dangerous situation, according to the Queens Daily Eagle.

City Jails Facing Catastrophic Conditions, Extreme Violence

“Every person they send to jail is at great risk of harm and death,” a member of the independent body that monitors the system tells The New York Times.

Death on Rikers a Grim Reminder of Inhumane Conditions at City Jails

The Legal Aid Society is mourning the senseless death of Brandon Rodriguez, who was detained on Rikers Island, as reported by Gothamist.

LAS Sees Costly Reminder of Parole Policies in Rikers Tragedy

Defenders say the newly-passed "Less is More" Act could have saved the life of a Legal Aid Society client jailed on a parole violation, according to THE CITY.

LAS Sounds Alarm Over ‘Disorder and Chaos’ Plaguing City Jails

Failure of leadership at the New York City Department of Correction has led to alarming levels of violence, reports THE CITY.

Incarcerated New Yorkers Need Greater Voting Access Immediately

Defenders, advocates, and elected officials demand a secure voting process in New York's local jails, reports AMNY.

Bombshell Report Details COVID-19 Deaths on Rikers Island

The Legal Aid Society once again called on government officials to address the deadly conditions that persist in jails and prisons, as reported by THE CITY.

LAS Condemns DOC Staff for Failing to Wear Masks, Practice Social Distancing

Legal Aid Attorneys who have participated in videoconferences and in-person legal visits to Department of Correction facilities describe a persistent failure to follow COVID-19 protocols, according to the Queens Daily Eagle.

LAS Decries Senseless Jailing Over Parole Violations

Draconian policy sends New Yorkers back to COVID-19 filled facilities on non-criminal matters, reports THE CITY.

LAS Announces Agreement Addressing City’s Non-Compliance Issues with Rikers Island Consent Judgment

The agreement requires the DOC to make systemic changes in supervisory structure and accountability, investigating misconduct, and disciplinary proceedings, according to the New York Daily News.