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After Section 50-a repeal, New York police unions are fighting in court to keep misconduct records secret. So far, they’re losing.
The repeal of the law ushers in a new era of transparency in law enforcement.
November 5, 2020
By
Caitlyn Jordan
Categorized in
Freedom of Information
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In letter to New York officials, Reporters Committee denounces police attacks against journalists
The letter urges the mayor, police commissioner to implement measures to protect reporters covering protests.
June 7, 2020
By
Courtney Douglas
and
Gabe Rottman
Categorized in
First Amendment
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Special analysis: Why did the NYPD cite an ‘anti-terrorism’ law when it subpoenaed a reporter’s Twitter account?
The NYPD ultimately withdrew its demand, but the department’s initial overreach raises serious concerns for journalists.
February 21, 2020
By
Gabe Rottman
Categorized in
Protecting Sources and Materials
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Reporters Committee supports challenge to NYPD effort to delay public access to bodycam footage
Media coalition argues that ‘unreasonable burden’ isn’t enough to deny the release of NYPD bodycam footage under FOIL.
October 25, 2019
By
Emily Gayton
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Freedom of Information
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Court rules in favor of public access to NYPD bodycam footage
Law enforcement transparency secured a win Tuesday when a New York appellate court ruled that New York Police Department body…
February 21, 2019
By
Pariss Briggs
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Freedom of Information
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