Sentences with phrase «speedy trial reform»

He wants to fight to end cash bail and pass speedy trial reform, two issues that contribute to the continued mass incarceration of communities of color.

He also discussed speedy trial reform, which will be addressed in the budget.

At 11 a.m., advocates, along with Kerry Kennedy, will hold a press Conference and advocacy day urging Senate and Governor to pass speedy trial reform.

Albany must also do its part to fast - track closing Rikers by passing comprehensive criminal discovery and speedy trial reforms this upcoming session.»

Martin says fast - tracking the closure of the massive city jail complex will only happen if Cuomo and state lawmakers help reduce inmate population by passing bail, discovery and speedy trial reforms.

«I have to dig a little bit deeper on the bail reform, discovery reform, speedy trial reform — those are all things that of course I support and that are important,» he said.

He will also be highlighting criminal justice proposals, such as an end to cash bail and speedy trial reforms, which were advanced in the governor's budget and ultimately dropped at the negotiating table.

«With an eye toward a significant reduction in the jail population, including increased use of community - based diversion programs, and policing, bail and speedy trial reform, the #CLOSErikers Campaign is advocating for a much smaller, less expensive, fairer and more humane public safety system in NYC,» Martin said.

Referencing Kalief Browder's ordeal, Cuomo announced a comprehensive package including bail and speedy trial reforms, and improving the disclosure of evidence in the discovery process.