About this episode
The episode recounts Allen Early's harrowing experience with the judicial system and a surprising turn of events during his court appearance.
Allen was bound in chains and led away by six officers. He was going to see a federal judge. The judge told him, "Allen, I have the authority to send you away forever." And it was true. Allen had a criminal record that was extensive. But the judge did something unthinkable.
People in this episode
Guests: Allen, Allen Early
Topics covered
- criminal justice
- redemption
- personal story
- judicial authority
- cultural identity
Keywords
- Allen Early
- federal judge
- criminal record
- redemption
- Apache
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: federal judge
Places: Apache
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