Major Finch Smuggler Facing Jail Time in New York
A finch smuggler is facing a year and a day in prison after admitting to smuggling finches from Guyana into New York through John F. Kennedy Airport.
prison
Hundreds of Women to Sue New York Over Prison Sex Abuse
Hundreds of formerly incarcerated women are planning to sue New York State for sexual abuse by prison guards under the recently passed Adults Survivors Act.
Inmates, No More... New York Changes What We Call People Behind B
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that people in New York jails and prisons will no longer be called "inmates".
Broome Corrections Officer Among 3 Arrested for Jail Contraband
Broome County Sheriff’s investigators have arrested three suspects, including a county Corrections Officer, in connection with smuggling contraband into jail.
Could Prison System Contribute To Increased Spread Of COVID-19?
There is a growing fear among local Correctional Officers that a lack of attention and preparedness in the New York State Prison System could result in an increased spread of COVID-19.