A well-run district attorney’s office has both the mandate and the bandwidth to address scores of issues impacting a city—both above and below ground. Whether it’s tackling violent crime or giving those who have served sentences a second chance, Patrick is committed to ensuring that the Manhattan DA’s Office works for the borough and the millions who inhabit it. Here are just a few of Patrick’s ideas.

Subway Crime

From subway slashings and pushings to fare evasion, under Alvin Bragg Manhattan’s 151 subway stations and the trains that populate them are not safe. As District Attorney, Patrick would expedite the judicial process by arraigning defendants directly in the subway stations. He would also work closely with the NYPD to ensure that police officers are stationed in subway stations and on subway cars. And finally, Patrick would begin prosecuting fare evasions again.

Street Crime

Violent crime has gone up to above pre-pandemic levels with much of it concentrated on the streets. Alvin Bragg has neglected Manhattanites by allowing this to happen under his watch—something that must be reversed. As District Attorney, Patrick would prosecute to the fullest extent of the law violent criminals throughout the borough.

Self-Defense

Instances where self-defense must be used are not necessarily crimes. Jose Alba, Daniel Penny, Brian Chin—Alvin Bragg’s decision to arrest these individuals for protecting themselves from danger is unconscionable. As District Attorney, Patrick would thoroughly review all cases where self-defense was used and ensure no warrantless arrests are made.

Discovery Law

Far too many cases are dismissed due to technicalities, specifically case discovery not being turned over in time. As District Attorney, Patrick would ensure that Assistant DAs turn over discovery within the allotted timeframe, preventing cases from being dismissed.

Stealing/Theft

Alvin Bragg refuses to prosecute theft under $1,000—and everyday Manhattanites suffer, with common products now under lock and key at convenience stores. As District Attorney, Patrick would begin prosecuting all theft-related offenses, putting an end to this out-of-control crime.

Expungement

Those who have paid their debts to society deserve a fresh start. As District Attorney, Patrick would work to identify those eligible for expungement and create a task force to help guide those individuals through the expungement process.