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The State of New York has 62 Jails across 62 Counties which includes Kings County, Queens County, New York County, Suffolk County, Nassau County and others.

New York, nicknamed “The Empire State,” is located in the Northeastern United States. Albany, the capital city, is known for its historic architecture and state capitol building. As of 2023, New York’s population is estimated to be around 20.2 million, making it the fourth most populous state in the nation.

  • Capital City: Albany
  • Population: As of 2023, New York’s population is estimated to be around 20.2 million, making it the fourth most populous state in the nation.
  • Correctional Facilities: New York’s correctional system is extensive, managed by two main agencies:
    • New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS): This agency oversees a network of state prisons across the state, housing adult male and female offenders with felony convictions. These facilities include maximum, medium, and minimum-security prisons.
    • New York City Department of Correction (DOC): This agency manages jails on Rikers Island and throughout New York City, holding individuals awaiting trial or serving shorter sentences.
    • County Jails: These facilities hold individuals awaiting trial or serving short sentences. New Mexico has 33 county jails spread across the state.
  • State Prison Population: As of 2022, the DOCCS system held approximately 44,000 inmates. This translates to an incarceration rate of around 218 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average. However, it’s important to consider the additional population held in NYC jails.
  • Probation Population: The exact number of individuals on probation in New York fluctuates, but estimates suggest it’s significantly higher than the prison population. As of 2022, DOCCS reported supervising over 170,000 individuals on probation or parole.
  • Violent Crime Rate: New York City, with its large population density, can significantly influence the state’s overall violent crime rate. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting data, New York State’s violent crime rate falls slightly below the national average. However, crime rates can vary significantly within the state, with urban areas generally having higher rates.

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Resources for Further Information:

New York State DOCCS: The DOCCS website offers a public inmate search function. You can search for inmates by name or DOCCS identification number.

New York City Department of Correction

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