“In the months ahead, policy makers should carefully examine opportunities to reduce the population of incarcerated individuals age 50 and above.“
NY State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli
This report provides updated information regarding the overall correctional system population, an analysis of policy changes that have contributed to changes in the population, and an overview of the costs of providing medical care. The evidence indicates that more work in refining New York’s corrections policies remains to be done.
