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Putting a federal receiver in charge could clean up Rikers — if it’s done right
A Manhattan federal judge just moved one step closer to handing control of city jails over to a receiver. It’s undoubtedly the right move — if done right. Southern District Judge Laura
What to Know About a Possible Federal Takeover of Rikers Island
A judge found New York City in contempt of an agreement meant to improve jail conditions, setting the stage for a receivership.
Judge rules NYC is in contempt over jail violence, moves Rikers Island closer to federal takeover
A judge's scathing ruling Wednesday moves New York City's troubled Rikers Island jail complex a step closer to a federal takeover.
NYC found in contempt over ‘grave’ conditions at Rikers Island — with fed takeover increasingly likely
New York City was found in contempt Wednesday over “grave” conditions at Rikers Island — as a judge said she was “inclined” to order a federal takeover of the
Judge leaning toward federal takeover of New York City's Rikers jail
A U.S. judge on Wednesday said she was leaning toward ordering a federal takeover of New York City's Rikers Island jail complex, after finding the city had failed to improve violent conditions that put inmates and staff at risk.
NYC officials in contempt for conditions on Rikers Island, federal judge rules
The judge found that conditions have only continued to worsen at the jail complex, setting up a potential federal takeover.
Judge finds NYC in contempt over Rikers conditions, moves closer to federal takeover
The judge said the city had placed incarcerated people in “unconstitutional danger” by failing to comply with 18 separate provisions of court orders pertaining to security, staffing, supervision, use of force and the safety of young detainees.
Judge finds New York City in contempt over jail conditions, moves closer to a federal takeover
A judge on Wednesday found New York City in contempt for failing to staunch violence and brutality at its jails, a scathing ruling that puts the troubled Rikers Island jail complex on the verge of a federal takeover.
Judge holds NYC in contempt over 'grave' prison conditions on Rikers Island, is 'inclined' to a federal takeover
A judge ruled New York City is now in contempt over "grave" conditions at the Rikers Island prison complex, with a federal ...
Harvey Weinstein is being subjected to medical negligence at Rikers Island, attorney says
Harvey Weinstein is being subjected to medical negligence in one of the country’s most notorious jails, his attorney said in ...
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NYCLU On Rikers Court Finding: “Rikers Island Is Dangerous, Inhumane, And An Unconstitutional Nightmare”
“Rikers Island is dangerous, inhumane, and an unconstitutional nightmare. Today’s historic decision shows by clear and ...
Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment, unhygienic conditions in legal claim
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic ...
Blood-Spattered & Underwear-Soiled Harvey Weinstein Sues NYC For $5M Over “Deplorable Conditions” At Rikers Island Jail
Awaiting a new New York trial next year on additional sex crimes charges, Harvey Weinstein seems to be wishing he was ...
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers file complaint against NYC alleging poor medical care and 'gulag' conditions at Rikers Island
Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers filed a legal claim Tuesday against New York City, alleging the disgraced Hollywood mogul is ...