Raise the Age

Did you know that New York is STILL one of only two states (the other is North Carolina) that automatically prosecutes all youth as adults when they turn 16 years old? It's true. New York’s antiquated law is still in place despite the research that has demonstrated that this practice jeopardizes public safety by increasing recidivism rates. The Governor and the Legislature need to hear from New Yorkers like you, who want a more just system that will not only provide youth with the age-appropriate services they need, but also keep communities safer.

Send a letter to Governor Cuomo, Assembly Speaker Heastie, Senate Majority Leader Flanagan, IDC Leader Jeff Klein, and your own state representatives urging them to raise the age of criminal responsibility in New York.