The Youth Shelter of Westchester and county District Attorney’s Office announce an innovative partnership with the Vera Institute of Justice, pledging to reduce racial disparities in the Westchester criminal legal system by at least 20% during 2022. As part of its Motion for Justice program, Vera Institute will provide financial […]
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DA Rocah dismisses all marijuana possession cases
District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced Monday that the courts have granted her petition to dismiss all marijuana cases involving felony and misdemeanor charges of marijuana possession or sale. “Dismissing all marijuana cases, including underlying bench warrants, has been a priority of mine, and the legislature’s repeal of Article 221 […]
