Robert Webster, a Queens man who served over three decades in prison, was one of over 100 formerly incarcerated New Yorkers to make a trip to Albany on Wednesday to reignite the push to pass the Elder Parole and Fair and Timely Parole bills, both of which have received widespread support from lawmakers and advocates in the past but have yet to make it to the governor’s desk.
Read MoreRobert Webster, who served 34 years of a 50 year to life sentence for two arsons he says he didn’t commit, was released from prison last week. His arrest, conviction, sentencing, incarceration and release highlight a number of flaws in the criminal justice system, advocates say.
Read MoreA Queens man over 30 years into a 50 year sentence for two arsons in Queens he says he never committed, will come before a Queens judge Monday for a re-sentencing hearing.
Read MoreGovernor Kathy Hochul said changes to the clemency process were coming – half a year later, few have come to pass.
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