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Brooklyn Criminal Court
Coverage of Brooklyn Criminal Court in the Nexus archive.
- NY lawmakers approve bill to ban shackling during labor and delivery in police custody
New York lawmakers approved a bill to ban shackling during labor and delivery in police custody. Protesters gathered outside Brooklyn Criminal Court following reports of a woman giving birth while in custody, and Governor Hochul’s office stated she is reviewing the legislation.
- Council Members demand investigation after Brooklyn courtroom birth
29 City Council members demand an investigation after a 33-year-old woman gave birth in a Brooklyn courtroom while handcuffed. The incident occurred during her arraignment for low-level drug and trespassing charges, prompting calls for systemic reforms in law enforcement and court practices.