Clarence, N.Y. (WBEN) – The Town of Clarence Town Board has adopted a resolution urging the New York State Legislature to amend portions of New York’s criminal procedure laws governing juvenile offenders, and restore greater judicial discretion in cases involving repeat offenders.
The action is believed to make the town the first municipality in Western New York to formally call for such legislative changes.
“Our community has witnessed the impact that repeat juvenile offending can have on residents, victims, businesses, and law enforcement,” said Clarence Town Supervisor Patrick Casilio. “This resolution is not about giving up on young people. It is about giving judges the tools and discretion necessary to intervene effectively before criminal behavior escalates and more victims are created.”…