“One of the basic tenets of our Constitution is a right to a speedy trial. For years many Bronx residents had to navigate the criminal justice system with no reasonable hope or expectation that low-level offenses could be resolved quickly rather than held hanging over their heads. This case has shined a light on the crucial issue of the necessity of swift justice, and while this settlement is certainly a step in the right direction, the judicial process must continue to improve in order to achieve fairer outcomes,” said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.
The Office of The Bronx Borough President | Vanessa L. Gibson
