Shedding new light on NYPD complaints

Despite a judge’s order, details about allegations against various officers come to light. But will it create true transparency?

By KIRSTYN BRENDLEN

Posted 8/6/20

It’s been just a few weeks since state lawmakers repealed Section 50-a, a state law that kept police records confidential unless a court order declared otherwise, or the officer themselves allowed the records to be released.

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Shedding new light on NYPD complaints

Despite a judge’s order, details about allegations against various officers come to light. But will it create true transparency?

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Mayor gives cannabis shop at W. 261st the boot

Law enforcement raid yields drug haul

Feds raid Spuyten Duyvil apartment looking for drugs

Coleman charged in Richburg shooting