Due Processing
Our criminal legal system is broken by design.
Meet the people working to change it.
Episode 4
We talk with former immigration judge and current immigration advocate, Ting Chen, about her work as an immigration judge, her firing by the Trump administration, ICE in and around Immigration Court, and the multi-pronged effort by the Trump administration to undermine asylum and other legal protections.
Episode 3
Kate and Avi interview LA City Controller Kenneth Mejia & Senior Advisor (plus former federal defender) Dinah Manning. The conversation covers the role of the City Controller, financial transparency, community input in budget allocation, challenges and independence of the Controller's Office, and accountability. Dinah Manning talks about bringing her public defender background to the policy arena.
Episode 2
In this conversation, Paul Boden, director of the Western Regional Advocacy Project, discusses the systemic issues surrounding homelessness in America, the role of policing, and the need for community organizing and mutual aid. He emphasizes the historical context of homelessness, the impact of federal policies, and the importance of advocating for housing rights and dignity for all individuals. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by unhoused individuals and the collective efforts needed to address these issues effectively.
Episode 1
In this episode of Due Processing, Avi Singh and Kate Chatfield talk with Carson White, a supervising attorney at the Civil Rights Corps. They discuss the implications of artificial intelligence in the legal field. They explore how AI is being utilized in courts and law enforcement, the potential dangers it poses, particularly in drafting legal documents, and the ethical considerations surrounding its use. The conversation highlights the disparities in resources between public defenders and district attorneys, the consequences of AI errors in legal proceedings, and the need for vigilance and accountability in the legal system as AI technology continues to evolve.
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Bay Area Public Defender
Having worked as a public defender since 2009, Avi is intimately and frustratingly familiar with our criminal legal system. He previously co-hosted Aider and Abettor with Sajid Khan, a podcast focused on criminal law and culture. Avi maintains a busy trial practice. In his non courtroom-time, Avi is dedicated to engaging in conversations with people working to advance justice and dignity for all. Avi is a graduate of Harvard Law School (a fact Kate wants him to always lead with).
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Avi Singh
Public Defense Advocate
Having worked in criminal defense and public policy for over 20 years, Kate has a wealth of experience and strong opinions. From her work representing indigent clients, to changing California’s felony murder rule, (SB 1437, Skinner), to working as San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin’s chief of staftt, working in the California legislature, and now as the director of a public defenders association, Kate has developed a unique perspective on the criminal legal system, fueled by her dedication to justice and public advocacy.
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