AGENCY TESTIMONY
Discussion of Intro 1101 on identity theft crimes
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Josh Levin addresses Intro 1101, a proposed bill that would require the NYPD to publish information about identity theft crimes and train officers on handling related complaints and investigations.
- The bill would mandate the NYPD to provide information on its website about identity theft crimes and complaint filing processes
- It would also require training for officers on receiving complaints and investigating these crimes
- The NYPD expresses support for the intent of the bill, noting that much of the proposed work is already being done
- The department expresses willingness to work with the council to refine the legislation for maximum effectiveness
Josh Levin
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The department would also be required to train officers on receiving complaints and investigating these crimes.
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The NYPD wholeheartedly supports the intent of this bill.
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I think that is demonstrated by the fact that much of this work is already being done by the Community Affairs Bureau and the Police Academy, and I'd love to talk about those things today.
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And the department looks forward to working with the council to craft a version of the legislation, which would most effectively achieve our shared goal of protecting these vulnerable New Yorkers from predatory crimes.
