While lawmakers in New York prepare to pass a package of comprehensive changes to the state’s criminal justice system, one related proposal has remained untouched and undiscussed this year at the state capitol: the repeal of section 50-a of the Civil Rights Law.

That section of state law, which has been long-lambasted by defense attorneys and criminal justice advocates, shields the personnel records of police officers, firefighters and correction officers from public view.

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