Rikers Delayed Digital Justice Access | New York City News

New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 27, 2026 · 1m

Rikers Island detainees are still locked out of digital access to case evidence — a critical legal tool promised two years ago and overdue since July 1st. With no new deadline set, security concerns are stalling progress as the Department of Correction negotiates with Lighting Law, a tech firm already serving 15 other jails. Advocates warn this delay cripples defendants’ ability to prepare for trial, violating core legal rights lawmakers intended to protect. Though no penalties exist for missing the deadline, ongoing delays could spark lawsuits — especially after past failures to meet reform…