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case files, Case Updates, new-york

Email Correspondence & Appellate Record (Disability Claims and Custody Rulings)

The documents include internal emails from Marc Fishman detailing his complaints about disability discrimination during court proceedings, specifically regarding virtual hearings and ADA accommodations. They reference an appellate court decision impacting custody arrangements and highlight Fishman’s claims of procedural delays, retaliation by court personnel, and withheld exculpatory evidence throughout the case. Continue reading Email Correspondence & Appellate Record (Disability Claims and Custody Rulings)

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case files, Case Updates, new-york

Police Reports & Court Transfer Order

The documents obtained through a FOIL request detail the case of Marc Fishman, involving a police incident report and a court transfer order. The police report describes Fishman’s arrest for criminal contempt related to violating an order of protection. The case was transferred to the Integrated Domestic Violence Court for coordinated proceedings. Continue reading Police Reports & Court Transfer Order

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Article, case files, Sean Kane

The Officer Who Stayed: Inside the Disciplinary Record of Lt. Sean Kane

Lt. Sean Kane’s disciplinary record reveals systemic failures within the New Rochelle Police, marked by repeated violations like missing court dates and mishandling evidence. Despite these issues, he remained employed, highlighting an accountability gap. His case raises concerns about the integrity of prosecutions and the culture that tolerates misconduct among officers. Continue reading The Officer Who Stayed: Inside the Disciplinary Record of Lt. Sean Kane

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Explainers

The Marc Fishman Case, Explained in One Timeline

Marc Fishman’s case highlights systemic issues in the judicial process. Arrested during a supervised visitation in 2018, he claims crucial evidence was overlooked. In 2024, the New York AG documented misconduct by the arresting officer, yet Fishman’s appeal continues without resolution, raising significant transparency and accountability concerns. Continue reading The Marc Fishman Case, Explained in One Timeline

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Article, case files, disability rights, new-york

Justice Denied: Why Marc Fishman’s Case Matters to Every Disabled New Yorker

Marc Fishman’s case highlights the failures of New York’s justice system regarding disabled defendants. Despite clear exonerating evidence and acknowledgment of police misconduct, Marc remains convicted. His situation underscores systemic flaws in ADA compliance and prosecutorial ethics, raising concerns about the protection of disabled individuals within the legal framework. Continue reading Justice Denied: Why Marc Fishman’s Case Matters to Every Disabled New Yorker

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Article

Supervised Visitation in Westchester County: A Probation-Run Program That Proves False Arrest

In 2018, disabled father Marc Fishman was arrested during a supervised court visitation with his son, raising issues of false arrest and civil rights violations. His case highlights systemic problems in Westchester County’s supervised visitation program, which operates under probation policy, potentially discriminating against disabled parents while compromising due process protections. Continue reading Supervised Visitation in Westchester County: A Probation-Run Program That Proves False Arrest

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Article

New York’s Shame: The State Hunts Marc Fishman While Ignoring Real Justice

In New York, Marc Fishman, a disabled father, faces a 45-day jail sentence driven by false accusations and judicial misconduct. Despite exculpatory evidence and ADA violations, his pleas for justice have been ignored. Fishman’s case reflects systemic issues in the state’s legal system, prompting urgent calls for intervention and accountability. Continue reading New York’s Shame: The State Hunts Marc Fishman While Ignoring Real Justice

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Press Release

PRESS RELEASE: Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

PRESS RELEASE: Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

Growing Group of Civil and Disability Rights Advocates Call for Urgent Reforms to State-Wide Police Accountability Office

Disability Advocate Reveals Harrowing Evidence of Wrongful Prosecution Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

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Press Release

Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

PRESS RELEASE: Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer MisconductGrowing Group of Civil and Disability Rights Advocates Call for Urgent Reforms to State-Wide Police Accountability OfficeDisability Advocate Reveals Harrowing Evidence of Wrongful Prosecution August 8, 2025 — Marc Fishman, a disabled father of four and civil rights advocate, is set to be sentenced on his birthday (August 21)— for a 2018 … Continue reading Disabled New Yorker Sentencing Hearing Set on His Birthday — Despite Evidence Proving Innocence and Officer Misconduct

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