Jeffrey Butts, executive director of the Research and Evaluation Center at John Jay, said the board clearly received professional guidance for the characteristics of adolescence and behavior. “All the language they are using is right on the money,” he said.
New York addresses gun violence with a combination of gun control measures, community-based interventions, and enforcement coordination. Efforts focus on conflict mediation, job training, outreach to high-risk individuals, and intelligence-sharing networks that provide analytical support to aid investigations and public safety. This comprehensive approach reflects New York’s commitment to protecting communities.
