Examining the NYPD’s Controversial “48-Hour Rule”: Balancing Officer Rights and Accountability

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Examining the NYPD’s Controversial “48-Hour Rule”: Balancing Officer Rights and Accountability

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: Ben Von Klemperer /shutterstock.com  One policy that has garnered significant attention is the NYPD’s “48-hour rule,” which grants officers a 48-hour window before they must answer questions about incidents involving potential misconduct. The New York Police Department (NYPD) has long been at the center of debates regarding police […]

DiNapoli: Hate Crimes Surged in New York Over the Last Five Years

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DiNapoli: Hate Crimes Surged in New York Over the Last Five Years

By The Office of the New York State Comptroller | Editorial Credit: myboys.me 1,089 Reported Hate Crimes Across State in 2023, Up 69% Since 2019 New York state has seen a surge in hate crimes over the last five years with 1,089 reported instances in 2023, marking the highest number since data collection and annual […]