An Onondaga County grand jury has filed criminal charges against seven Syracuse landlords for failing to fix lead paint violations at their rental properties. Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick said the grand jury investigation into lead paint violations was … Read More
We are New York’s 62 diverse prosecutors who are uniquely qualified to recognize the needs of our respective counties, secure in the knowledge that our primary responsibilities are public safety, the pursuit of justice for crime victims and the maintenance … Read More
DA William Fitzpatrick is vowing to seek the removal of old marijuana convictions from peoples’ records. He wants to start that process even before the state’s expected legalization of marijuana later this year. He estimated his office will scour records … Read More
After 40 years as a prosecutor, 27 as the elected District Attorney in Central New York, I am often asked if there is one case that best exemplifies why I do what I do. Actually, that’s a tough question to answer, … Read More
A program will help clear warrants for non-criminal violations # FOR RELEASE: June 20, 2018 Onondaga County District Attorney William J. Fitzpatrick today announced a cooperative initiative, entitled “Syracuse Safe Surrender 2018.” According to District Attorney Fitzpatrick, my office is … Read More