Investigative Reports: New York Justice - The Prosecutors

In the Brooklyn borough of New York City, over 700 arrests are made each day. Brooklyn boasts the city's highest population, while also having the highest violent crime rate, the most murders, the most crimes against children, and the most cases of domestic violence. This documentary, part of the Investigative Reports series from A&E, takes a close look at the 500 men and women of the Brooklyn District Attorney's office who deal with these crimes and criminals on a daily basis. Narrated by Investigative Reports host and producer Bill Kurtis, this program shows how these overworked lawyers handle over 99% of these criminals through plea bargains, rather than trials. Whether the case is one of the small percentages of cases that make it before a judge or one of the many out-of-court resolutions, the proceeding investigations involve thorough research and planning. ~ Cecilia Cygnar