Arraignments continue by video in Queens Criminal Court
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Meetings between defendants and their attorneys will also take place by video.
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AUBRY: It’s time to ‘HALT’ solitary confinement in New York once and for all
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‘In isolation, people cut their arms, bang their heads against concrete walls, swallow objects and tie sheets around their necks.’
Read MoreCoronavirus is threat to Rikers detainees, advocates warn
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“They’re already quarantined and that will spread like wildfire.”
Read MoreSolitary confinement rule change would address ethical dilemma for jail healthcare staff
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Rules would address issue of “dual loyalty.”
Read MoreMore than 370 people have died in NYC jails since 2001
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“We’re throw-aways. That’s what we’re considered.”
Read MoreKoslowitz jail vote hinged on parking, cops and other city promises
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“I would not have supported this proposal if I believed that it would have a negative impact on the community that I love.”
Read MoreRICHARDS: Close Rikers now or risk never closing it at all
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“I am proud to be voting yes on October 17.”
Read MoreGroups call on city to explain immigrant protections at borough-based jails
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“Mayor de Blasio has not laid out a clear plan to explain how undocumented New Yorkers will be adequately protected from ICE surveillance and detention under his BBJs [borough-based jails] proposal. And as far as we know, the City Council has not yet formally addressed this issue,” the letter reads.
Read MoreProposed 200-bed women’s jail deserves more attention, advocates say
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“We’re an afterthought because typically, we think women don’t get arrested.”
Read MoreYoung adults in city jails miss half of their mental health appointments
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“The young people are at the mercy of officers to escort them to any type of services, and the officers are not usually in a hurry to assist them.”
Read MoreCB7 member’s ‘deserve to get run over’ comment reflects car-first culture in community boards, advocates say
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"I've gotta be honest with you, Vision Zero's a joke.”
Read MoreIs Jimmy Van Bramer the real winner of the Queens DA race?
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‘Astoria and Sunnyside are the two most progressive areas in Queens — and boast the highest turnout.’
Read MoreHere's where things stand with the city's jails plan
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“A 1500 person jail anywhere in Queens in unacceptable.”
Read MoreNYC jails ‘flout’ city law by delaying release of bailed-out defendants, report finds
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“Audit after audit continues to reveal that DOC is still wildly out of compliance with some of New York City’s most important recent bail reforms.”
Read MoreNew database shines light on young adults in NYC jails
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“More must be done to increase young adults’ access to age-appropriate housing, programming, education, healthcare and trained staff.”
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