EP 144 - End False Confessions Amongst Youth
About this episode
The episode discusses youth justice legislation aimed at protecting young people during police interrogations, featuring advocates for the Youth Interrogation Bill.
Representatives from the #Right2RemainSilent: Children's Early Access to Counsel campaign join Social Work Talks to discuss groundbreaking youth justice legislation aimed at protecting young people during police interrogations. The coalition, made up of more than 150 organizations across New York State, is advocating for passage of the Youth Interrogation Bill, which would require that anyone under the age of 18 consult with an attorney before waiving their constitutional right to remain silent during law enforcement questioning. Leading the discussion is José Perez, Program Strategist at Children's Defense Fund – New York and an impacted individual dedicated to criminal justice reform and systemic change. This important conversation explores: The history and urgency behind the legislation The impact of false confessions on youth Racial inequities within the legal system Adolescent brain development and decision-making Why youth access to legal counsel matters
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