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AIM Program

Enhanced Supervision Program

Intensive Community Monitoring

Raise the Age

Youth Thrive

Family Court Glossary

Family Court FAQs


Raise the Age

On October 1, 2018, New York state "raised the age" of criminal responsibility, changing the way that the justice system handles 16- and 17-year olds who have been arrested. This new sets of laws, policies, and procedures has resulted in fewer young people facing adult prosecution. A new report, Making Raise the Age Work for New York City Youth, features DOP's work in keeping young people safely in their own communities.

Read the full report here