Rockland’s sheriff is hoping police officials across the state can forge a closer relationship with the governor, but he says that would require her to consult them on safety matters before coming up with laws, which may have good intentions, but are not the most effective tools for proper law enforcement. The governor attended a State Sheriffs Association luncheon last month and addressed some crime and safety issues. Unfortunately, Rockland Sheriff Lou Falco says he didn’t get to sit down with the governor to speak face-to-face…
Meanwhile, in other state crime-fighting news, Governor Kathy Hochul introduced the new Acting Superintendent of the New York State Police, Steven James, at a press conference yesterday. Hochul said from James, she expects results…
James said heading up the State Police is his dream job…
James still needs to be confirmed by the State Senate.