Virginia Parkhouse v. Stringer

OPINION OF THE COURT

Acosta, J.

This matter presents two significant issues. The first is whether the Department of Investigation of the City of New York (DOI) has the authority, while conducting an investigation, to subpoena testimony from a private citizen who, although not a New York City employee or in privity with the City, has information relevant to a DOI investigation. If this issue is resolved in the affirmative, then the second must be addressed—whether petitioner is entitled to First Amendment protection regarding her statements at a New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission…