On Peace Officers Memorial Day, we pay tribute to our fallen law enforcement officers, preserving their memories by speaking their names, sharing their stories, and honoring their loved ones. 𝐖𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦. https://bit.ly/3l7juTc
Biggest agency after the DOD, for many good reasons. Food, meds, communities… layers of government. I am so very grateful for those who’ve served and have given their all…
Surviving the Compton Riots: My Childhood Memories of Martial Law Join me as I share my personal experiences of living through the Compton riots, witnessing the implementation of martial law, and the impact it had on our community. Reflecting on the chaos and discussing the role of the National Guard, this video sheds light on a dark chapter of our city's history. #ComptonRiots #MartialLaw #CommunityMemories #NationalGuard #CityHistory #ChildhoodStories #SurvivingChaos #CommunityImpact #ComptonExperience #ReflectingOnThePast
Please take a few minutes to watch this excellent short documentary video about Daniel's case. By standing up for Daniel, we are protecting the foundational rights of all Americans to free speech and due process. https://lnkd.in/dmEJ4GpQ
“Traditional public defense is case-centered. Holistic defense is client-centered.” I started out as a public defender at Legal Aid in the Bronx criminal defense division in 1997. I’ve witnessed the change Sellitti speaks about. It took a long time, but it seems that this is becoming a nationwide understanding of our role and how we are tasked with so much more than just “prepping for trial.” Perhaps to the disappointment of many new public defenders, trials are sometimes very few and far between. The statistics are pretty clear as to the percentage of our cases that go to trial (.2% is generous). Sometimes we are the client’s conduit to every need. Housing, immigration, mental health, civil collateral consequences, re-entry to society after serving time, etc. The reason we are tasked with these responsibilities is because our clients’ needs go unmet in their communities. It is only when they have entered the criminal legal system that our offices see how neglected many of our clients have been. We need to continue to raise awareness as to our needs for more funding because we really are a huge contributor in making our communities safer.
This recent op-ed by the New Jersey Public Defender Jennifer Sellitti is terrific—it says what everyone needs to know about why public defense is essential to justice and why it works best when it’s holistic. As the first state with a statewide public defender system, it’s great to see New Jersey be among the first states to provide a holistic defense to its clients. https://lnkd.in/dpjkY2wH
True justice requires impartiality for all. Fair treatment across every aspect of life is essential to experience it authentically. Dr. King famously stated, 'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.' Real justice begins with embracing the sanctity of life, even in its earliest stages. This framework allows EBLM to rigorously assess if true justice is served by governments, businesses, law enforcement, and others. Black communities disproportionately suffer due to targeted actions aimed at harming and exploiting them. #TrueJustice #ImpartialityForAll #FairTreatment #DrKing #InjusticeThreat #SanctityOfLife #EBLM #RigorousAssessment #GovernmentAccountability #BusinessEthics #LawEnforcementReform #BlackCommunitiesMatter #EqualityForAll #EndExploitation #JusticeEverywhere #SocialJusticeNow #EqualOpportunity #HumanRightsMatter #EthicalLeadership #CivilRightsMovement #SystemicChangeNeeded #StandFirmForJustice #AdvocateForChange
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Another episode of Trial Tested for The American College of Trial Lawyers has dropped! I had the honor of interviewing legendary Orange County criminal defense lawyer Paul Meyer. If you want to learn about effective trial practice from one of the best, or just hear some amazing stories, check it out. (seriously, getting to do these interviews is so much fun)
How Combining Different Perspectives can Make or Break Your Legal Case Discover how two different perspectives, one from a retired Marine Corps MP and another from a legal expert, can have a significant impact on your legal case. Learn how their insights can help you turn the tide and potentially secure a substantial settlement. #LegalPerspectives #MarineCorpsMP #LegalExpert #CaseInsights #SettlementSuccess #LegalStrategy #LegalTips #LegalAdvice #LegalPerspectives #CasePreparation
During her recent visit to our office, Jane Spinak, a nationally recognized child advocate and author of ‘The End of Family Court,’ made a compelling argument for the abolition of family court. Spinak argues that the family court is an unnecessary institution that has failed in its mission and has contributed to the family regulation system that destroys the lives of many. So, what needs to change? Check out our latest blog to learn more and what Spinak proposes to bring about justice for children and families. https://ow.ly/AghU50Qsx84
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3dI knew and worked with Mike Staples and Kristine Fairbanks. I know I Will never forget their sacrifice or the other officers who are among the fallen.