Hochul References Doorley to Commission over Traffic Stop Misconduct

Governor Kathy Hochul (D-NY) has referred Monroe County District Attorney Sandra Doorley to the New York State Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct following her questionable actions during a traffic stop last week in Webster, NY. According to reports, Doorley refused to pull over for police after being caught speeding and continued driving for an additional mile until reaching her residence while accompanied by flashing lights and sirens from pursuing officers. During the encounter with authorities at this juncture she verbally rebuked one officer assertedly because they were not aware of who Doorley was, i.e., District Attorney. She also reportedly requested that local police chief intervene during the exchange. Despite her outburst, Doorley received only a speeding ticket for her transgression. Hochul labeled this entire incident as unacceptable and strongly criticized Doorley’s behavior. “District Attorneys are responsible for prosecuting criminal and traffic offenses,” read Hochul’s statement on the matter earlier today. “In doing so, they must perform their duties with the highest ethical standards.” She continued: “Earlier today I referred the Monroe County District Attorney to the Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct following the release of police body cam footage showing her claiming she is above the law, attempting to use her public office to evade responsibility and acting unprofessionally towards a police officer simply trying to do his job.” Hochul further asserted that Doorley’s behavior during this incident was in contravention of her role as District Attorney because it undermined “her ability to hold others accountable for violating the law”. New York state legislation permits its governor to remove district attorneys from office under certain circumstances, such as emergencies or wrongdoing.