State control of Paterson police is early test for new attorney general

The state took over Paterson’s police department nearly three years ago under the old attorney general. City officials want control back.

By: Sophie Nieto-Munoz

Outlets: New Jersey Monitor

Published: February 3, 2026

Words: 472

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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One of the first major issues confronting New Jersey’s new attorney general will be the future of the state’s control of the Paterson Police Department.

The state Attorney General’s Office took over the embattled department in March 2023 after years of misconduct and corruption claims aimed at police officers. State officials at the time called it a necessary move to address a crisis, and supporters applauded action from state leaders following a

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