New York, finally Raise The Age

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WCA Deputy Director, Allison Lake, wrote an op-ed in response to juvenile justice reforms by the Supreme Court and President Obama urging New York to join the movement towards smart and broader criminal justice reforms, especially those affecting teenagers.

“The time is now for New York to pass comprehensive Raise the Age legislation.”

As a member of the Raise the Age NY campaign, WCA is working with partners from around the state to pass comprehensive raise the age reform this legislative session. Add your voice by sending a letter to your elected officials and join us in Albany on March 8th.

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