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TESTIMONY

Cassandra Kelly, Policy Attorney, Legal Aid Society, on NYPD Misconduct and Wrongful Convictions

1:47:23

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170 sec

Cassandra Kelly, from the Legal Aid Society, testifies on the pervasive issues within the NYPD leading to wrongful convictions, highlighting the initial police encounter's role in eventual wrongful charges. She discusses the frequent misuse of police surveillance, improper evidence sharing with prosecutors, and the lack of accountability for police misconduct. Kelly emphasizes the urgent need for reforms to curb police powers and prevent the systemic issues that contribute to wrongful convictions.