New Protocols Aim to Reduce Felony Case Delays.
October 10, 2024
NEW YORK CITY—Chief Administrative Judge Joseph A. Zayas and First Deputy Chief Administrative Judge Norman St. George today announced a series of innovations in court operations to help expedite the processing of felony cases and reduce unnecessary delays in New York City’s criminal courts, enhancing both fairness and public safety.
Chief among these new measures are protocols to more effectively and efficiently oversee the discovery process at every stage, identify and resolve obstacles to ensure that cases are trial-ready, and monitor timelines throughout the progression of the case.