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CRIMEJun 25 · 09:00 UTCTHE CITY NYCReuven Blau

14 People Released From Rikers By New Jail Boss Using Little-Known Power

Correction Commissioner Stanley Richards has released 14 detainees from Rikers Island using Article 6-A of the State Correction Law, which allows early release for those serving sentences under a year. Advocates support the move as a tool to reduce jail population, with Richards planning to release about 60 people by year-end.

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Stanley RichardspersonLynelle Maginley-LiddiepersonTina LuongopersonLegal Aid SocietyorganizationRikers IslandplaceCity CouncilorganizationArticle 6-A of the State Correction Lawtopic
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