NYC Government Publication
Making Raise the Age Work for New York City Youth
On October 1, 2018, New York state "raised the age" of criminal responsibility, changing the way that the justice system handles 16- and 17-year olds who have been arrested. This new sets of laws, policies, and procedures has resulted in fewer young people facing adult prosecution.
- Sub title
- Spotlight on Keeping Youth in their Communities
- Agency
- Additional creators
- Community Justice Collaborative
- Subject
- Report type
- Reports - Other (Consultant/Staff)
- Date published
- 2020-10-08
- Language
- Calendar year
- 2020
- Required Report Name
- Not Required