The Legal Aid Society is requesting an investigation into the NYPD's increased practice of arresting individuals for low-level offenses, which they argue violates Criminal Procedure Law that mandates issuing appearance tickets instead. This plea follows the deaths of two individuals while in custody awaiting arraignment, underscoring the potential dangers of such detentions. The Society reports a stark increase in low-level arrests, revealing that 75% of detainees in the first two months of 2023 were arrested for petty larceny, compared to only 45% in 2021, raising alarming concerns about public safety and lawful conduct.
The Legal Aid Society has urged an investigation into NYPD practices for low-level arrests, arguing law enforcement should issue appearance tickets instead of making arrests for minor offenses.
This demand follows the tragic deaths of two individuals while awaiting arraignment, raising concerns over NYPD's adherence to Criminal Procedure Law during low-level offenses.
The significant rise in low-level arrests by NYPD has been highlighted, with 75% of those detained for petty offenses in early 2023 compared to 45% in 2021.
Meghna Philip of The Legal Aid Society emphasized the dangers of unlawful detentions, stating that detaining individuals unnecessarily exposes them to serious health and safety risks, including death.
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