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That’s CAP (Civil Action Practice)
Bail is Ransom
You Have a Right to Remain Silent....So Use It!
Don't Be Stupid - A Lesson on Orders of Protections
In this episode, Imani and Conrad are joined by their fellow Brother in Law, Babatunde. Babatunde works as a public defender in the Civil Action Practice, AKA “CAP”. They discuss some of the civil collateral consequences that arise when someone is arrested. Babatunde explains how certain employment licenses can be suspended, revoked, or otherwise impacted by an arrest. He shares how an arrest can result in the eviction of someone who is living in government housing. Hopefully, after this episode you will know a little more about how your employment and housing can be affected by an arrest.
In this episode, Imani and Conrad are joined by their fellow Sisters in Law, Gina and Falon. They discuss the challenges that black women face as public defenders. Gina explains the importance of impact litigation. Falon talks about her work in the early defense practice. They explore some of the ins and outs of being arrested and encourage people to be aware of some of the tactics police use. Hopefully, after this episode you will know a little more about the Black woman experience when it pertains to being a public defender and will have a deeper understanding of what to look out for if you are ever arrested.
In this episode, Imani is joined by a fellow Brother in Law Tyriek. They discuss a variety of topics that come up in a criminal case. They talk about what an I-Card is, briefly address the right to remain silent, and explain what a certificate of compliance is. Hopefully, after this episode you will be a little more knowledgeable on each of those concepts.
In this episode, Imani and Conrad discuss orders of protection. They break down the different modifications of orders of protection which include: limited orders of protection, orders of protections subject to incidental contact, and full orders of protection. They briefly explain what a Crawford Hearing is, which is an opportunity to have a judge change or remove an order of protection. Hopefully, after this episode you will be a little more knowledgeable about orders of protection and if you ever encounter one, you will have the language necessary to understand it fully.
In this episode, Imani and Conrad join Shaq with the Primarily Colors Podcast to discuss their experiences as public defenders. They explain what inspired them to become public defenders. They also talk about some of the difficulties they encountered. Imani and Conrad have been working as public defenders for over 5 years and have a wealth of knowledge they are eager to share. Hopefully, after this episode you will know a little more about public defenders and the nature of their work.