Greene County legislature demands repeal of HALT Act

Greene County legislature demands repeal of HALT Act

GREENE COUNTY (NEWS10) -- A big concern for striking officers is the HALT Act which limits the use of solitary confinement. It is on pause right now but some want it repealed. NEWS10 spoke to union leaders and law enforcement as Greene County legislators add their voices in support of correction officers still on the picket line. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Union leaders did not aut…

Impact of the HALT Act on the Orange County Correctional Facilty – The Warwick Valley Dispatch

The Humane Alternatives to Long-Term Solitary Confinement Act (HALT Act) has adversely affected the operations and security of the Orange County Corrections Division. We argue that this act was unnecessary, as existing state regulations were already addressing concerns over solitary confinement. The HALT Act claims that prolonged solitary confinement can cause severe psychological and physical […]