NJ Supreme Court Upholds State Control of Paterson Police Department
NJ Supreme Court Upholds State Control of Paterson Police Department

NJ Supreme Court Upholds State Control of Paterson Police Department

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The New Jersey Supreme Court has upheld the state's authority to oversee the Paterson Police Department, affirming the legality of the 2023 state takeover initiated by Attorney General Matthew Platkin due to concerns over oversight, accountability, and public trust. This ruling overturned a previous appellate decision favoring Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh, who had sought to regain control of the department following the controversial police shooting of Najee Seabrooks and ongoing local disputes. Since the takeover, the state has invested over $20 million in the department, funding reforms, enhanced training, new technology, and increased patrols, which have contributed to significant reductions in violent crime and improved community relations. Attorney General Platkin and Public Safety Monitor Isa Abbassi emphasized the progress made in rebuilding trust and reducing gun violence, describing the changes as the most meaningful in the department's history. Local officials opposing the takeover argued it undermined local autonomy, but the court’s unanimous decision supports continued state involvement to ensure public safety in Paterson. The ruling allows the state to maintain control and continue its reform efforts uninterrupted, prioritizing the safety of the city’s residents.

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