Police Accountability in New York City: Real Reform, Real Results

On June 12, 2020, New York State took a major step forward in the fight for justice by enacting a groundbreaking criminal justice reform package. Designed to expose police misconduct and strengthen accountability, these reforms were a direct response to growing public outrage over systemic abuse by law enforcement—especially within New York City.

Key Police Reform Measures in New York:

• Repeal of Civil Rights Law Section 50-a, which previously shielded police misconduct records from public scrutiny
• Ban on police chokeholds, a life-threatening tactic disproportionately used against Black and Brown communities
• Criminal penalties for false, race-based 911 calls, a dangerous and discriminatory misuse of emergency services
• Mandate for the New York State Attorney General to independently prosecute police-involved killings of unarmed civilians

Governor Andrew Cuomo also issued an Executive Order requiring every police department in New York State—including the NYPD—to reimagine policing practices with an emphasis on transparency, accountability, and rebuilding public trust.

We Hold NYPD Officers Accountable for Misconduct

At CopAccountability.com, we support victims of police misconduct across New York City—from the Bronx to Brooklyn, Queens to Manhattan, and Staten Island. Whether you’ve been a victim of excessive force, wrongful arrest, racial profiling, or police brutality, you have the right to demand justice.

Why Choose Greenstein & Pittari, LLP?

Greenstein & Pittari, LLP is a New York City law firm dedicated to fighting back against law enforcement abuse. Our experienced civil rights attorneys hold police officers and departments accountable through aggressive legal action and strategic litigation.

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Don’t Be a Victim Twice—Demand Accountability

Know Your Rights. Get the Justice You Deserve.

If you or a loved one suffered abuse, injury, or harassment at the hands of the NYPD or any New York law enforcement agency, you are not alone. Visit CopAccountability.com to learn more about your legal options and how to file a police misconduct lawsuit in New York City.

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• Manhattan
• Brooklyn
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• The Bronx
• Staten Island

Let’s build a justice system where police are held to the same standards as everyone else. Hold them accountable—starting today.