Category: Politics
New York City's mayor suspended parts of a new law banning solitary confinement in local jails, citing safety concerns for staff and detainees. The emergency order limits the time prisoners can be held in de-escalation confinement and allows for longer-term restrictive housing. Critics argue this undermines the law's intent to protect inmates' mental health.
Keywords: New York City, solitary confinement, emergency order
Source: ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Update At: 7/29/2024