Rochester's Police Accountability Board loses disciplinary powers in court ruling

The State of New York Court of Appeals has upheld a decision that stripped Rochester's Police Accountability Board of its disciplinary powers, ruling that they conflicted with state law. Despite the legal defeat, the board remains committed to investigating allegations of police misconduct and will continue to recommend actions and disciplinary measures. The decision has been seen as a setback for accountability in the city, with the Police Locust Club arguing that the board was not providing true oversight and was targeting police officers without due process.