This report provides a detailed examination of the Department of Parole, the life of Joseph Lanza, and politics in New York City during the 1950s. The investigation resulted in a review of the parole system throughout the state.
Creator
New York (State). Temporary Commission of Investigation
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Counsel to the Governor records relating to investigations
Series Number
B2438
Summary
This series documents investigations on public officials, agency management, proper enforcement of laws and matters of public peace, safety, and justice. Records include correspondence, memoranda, hearings transcripts, testimonies and interviews, reports and findings of the Commission, court decisions and grand jury reports, and newspaper clippings. Notable investigations include the Mafia meeting at Apalachin, NY; parole of Joseph Lanza; a Ballston Spa murder; a Brooklyn cave-in; the Corning police chief; funeral homes and Westfield State Farm. Records are partially restricted.
Creator
New York (State). Counsel to the Governor
Access Restrictions
Series B2438: Partially restricted by Laws of 1953, Chap. 887; Civil Rights Law, sect. 73.8; Civil Practice Law and Rules, sect. 3101(b), (c), and (d) and 4503(a); Freedom of Information Law, sect. 87.2(b), (e)(iii) and (iv), and (g). For further information, please contact the State Archives.