Lucy Lang

Lucy Lang is the current New York State Inspector General, appointed to the role in November 2021.2 Here are some key details about her background and career:

Professional Experience

• New York State Inspector General (November 2021 - Present)2
• Executive Director, Institute for Innovation in Prosecution at John Jay College (September 2018 - August 2020)1
• Special Counsel for Policy and Projects & Executive Director of Manhattan D.A. Academy at Manhattan District Attorney's Office (January 2017 - September 2018)1
• Assistant District Attorney at Manhattan District Attorney's Office (September 2006 - November 2017)1

Education

• Doctor of Law (JD) from Columbia Law School (2003-2006)1
• BA in Political Science and History from Swarthmore College (1999-2003)1

Key Responsibilities as Inspector General

As New York State Inspector General, Lucy Lang oversees investigations into corruption, fraud, abuse, and misconduct in state government.2 Her role includes:

• Implementing transparency initiatives
• Conducting public educational outreach
• Overseeing technological upgrades at the agency
• Prioritizing partnerships to protect vulnerable New Yorkers
• Publishing findings of major investigations

Lang has focused on issues like racial disparities in prison discipline and policies for supporting domestic violence survivors in the state workforce.2

Background

Lucy Lang is an attorney, educator, and lifelong New Yorker.2 She was born on March 13, 1981 in New York City.3 Prior to becoming Inspector General, she had extensive experience in criminal justice, including as a prosecutor and policy expert.23