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Archive for 'Law Enforcement News'

Elise Stefanik urged to cooperate with House probe into George Santos

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Justice ‘reforms’ forcing prosecutors to toss out 69% of NYC criminal cases, alarming new study finds

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Gov. Hochul chief judge nominee grilled, then denied, at New York Senate hearing

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New version of Clean Slate Act gives police, SED access to sealed records

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Stefanik bill would give grants to states that allow judges more discretion in setting cash bail

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Twelve people charged in cocaine bust in Malone

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State strengthens sexual harassment prevention policy

Public has 30 days to offer feedback Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Data breach halts home closings in parts of northern New York

Since the start of the new year, Clinton County hasn’t seen any home closings. Here’s why. Click here for the NBC5 story 

Supreme Court allows New York gun law placing restrictions on concealed firearms to remain in effect pending legal challenges

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Hochul: New York bail reform law needs improvement

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Fritznel Richard, who died near Roxham Road border crossing, made final phone call to his wife

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State Police Special Investigations Unit raids NY Troopers PBA offices

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Seven CVPH Nurses Earn Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certification

RNs play vital role in sexual assault investigations PLATTSBURGH, NY (1/9/2023) – The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) has nearly tripled the number of registered nurses certified to collect evidence from patients in sexual assault investigations. Seven nurses in the Emergency Department (ED) recently completed training to become Sexual […]

Hochul signs bill for 9/11 death benefits to Adirondack Conservation Officer’s widow

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New York approves human composting law; 6th state in US to do so

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Westport crash claims the life of Plattsburgh woman

First responders found car submerged in a creek at about 9:30 p.m. Click here for the Sun Community News story

Edible marijuana consumption among kids in VT, Upstate NY skyrockets

Following the national trend for kids under 5 over the last five years Click here for the NBC5 story 

New N.Y. laws that will go into effect on Jan. 1

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New DEC laws restrict use of harmful chemicals

Chemicals were used in cleaning solutions, cosmetics, food packaging, and children’s products Click here for the Sun Community News story 

NY’s gas tax holiday ends this weekend. That’ll add 16¢ more in taxes per gallon

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Swanton Border Patrol reports hundreds of ‘encounters’ in November

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Expanded protections for N.Y. victims of crime

Crime-related costs may now be covered for ‘revenge porn’ and reckless endangerment Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Central NY man charged with selling computer attacks worldwide, prosecutors say

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State’s new “Transparency Law” levels playing field for all employees

Legislation requires employers to reveal salary ranges for all advertised jobs and promotions Click here for the Sun Community News story 

N.Y. releases Prison Redevelopment recommendations

Commits to keeping systems running at Moriah Shock to prevent deterioration Click here for the Sun Community News story