PRESS RELEASES
Human Services, Office of the Attorney General & Motor Vehicle Commission Announce Efforts to Assist Law Enforcement when Interacting with Residents with Autism & Communication Disorders
Human Services Commissioner Sarah Adelman, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, and Acting Motor Vehicle Commission Chief Administrator Latrecia Littles-Floyd today announced new efforts underway to assist law enforcement officers to communicate effectively and avoid misunderstandings during encounters with individuals who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or a communication disorder.
Attorney General Platkin Announces That New Jersey’s Top 15 Most Populous Municipalities are Participating in the ARRIVE Together Alternative Response Program
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced today that the adoption of the Alternative Responses to Reduce Instances of Violence and Escalation (ARRIVE) Together program in Brick Township and Toms River Township makes the landmark program available to residents of the state’s 15 most populous municipalities. Both police departments will partner with Bright Harbor Healthcare for the provision of mental health services during ARRIVE interactions with the public. According to 2020 census data, Brick has a population of more than 73,000 residents and Toms River has more than 95,000 residents.
Division of Law Recoveries for New Jersey Rose Nearly 37% in 2023
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that civil enforcement efforts in 2023 brought in nearly $596 million through recoveries resulting from lawsuits and investigations, nearly 37% higher than in 2022.
Attorney General Platkin Announces Jersey City’s Participation in New Jersey’s ARRIVE Together Alternative Response Program
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that Jersey City will be Hudson County’s second municipality – in addition to the Hudson County Sheriff’s Office – to participate in the Alternative Responses to Reduce Instances of Violence and Escalation (ARRIVE) Together program.
Attorney General Platkin Announces Trenton’s Participation in New Jersey’s ARRIVE Together Alternative Response Program
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced today that the City of Trenton will join five other municipalities in Mercer County in participating in the Alternative Responses to Reduce Instances of Violence and Escalation (ARRIVE) Together program.
AG Platkin: Law Enforcement Use of Force Policy Revised to Promote Safe Resolutions of Encounters with Barricaded Individuals
ARRIVE Together Program to Expand by Embedding Mental Health Providers with Tactical and Crisis Negotiation Teams.
Governor Murphy, Attorney General Platkin Announce $12 Million in Funding for Community Crisis Response Teams
Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced today that up to $12 million in funding will be made available to establish the Community Crisis Response Team (CCRT) Pilot Program.
Attorney General Platkin Announces the Launch of the New “ARRIVE Together Dashboard”
Data Available Through the Dashboard Will Offer Valuable Insights into the Program.
Essex County Physician Agrees to Permanently Cease Clinical Practice of Medicine in NJ Amid Allegations He Indiscriminately Prescribed CDS to Patients He Treated for Addiction
For Immediate Release: March 12, 2024 Office of the Attorney General- Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney GeneralDivision of Consumer Affairs- Cari Fais, Acting DirectorDivision of Law- Michael T.G. Long, DirectorFor Further Information: Media Inquiries-Lisa...
AG Platkin: New Jersey to Receive Nearly $9.5 Million from Opioid Settlement with Publicis Health, LLC
State Share is Part of $350 Million Nationwide Settlement Related to Deadly EpidemicFor Immediate Release: February 2, 2024 Office of the Attorney General- Matthew J. Platkin, Attorney GeneralDivision of Consumer AffairsDivision of Law- Michael T.G. Long, DirectorFor...