Westchester DA launching new program

by Nada Khader | Oct 1, 2021 | Blogs, Criminal Justice, Director's Blog

Thank you very much for this initiative, DA Rocah!

https://www.lohud.com/story/news/2021/09/28/westchester-miriam-rocach-fresh-start-program-may-spare-some-offenders-jail/5899836001/

The program announced by the Westchester District Attorney will allow certain applicants charged with minor crimes to stay out of the justice system.

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