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Engaging the Defendant: Strategies for Effective Communication in Critical Legal Conversations
Sat, Nov 16, 9:30 to 10:50am, Foothill G1 - 2nd LevelSession Submission Type: Complete Thematic Panel
Abstract/Description
Quality and informative conversations play an important role in shaping the outcomes of criminal legal proceedings, especially for defendants navigating pretrial and case decisions. In the complex landscape of the criminal legal system, where stakes are high and decisions are consequential, the impact of such conversations cannot be overstated. In this session, presenters will discuss research projects aimed at promising strategies and models to better inform and engage individuals going through the criminal legal system with respect to plea bargains, trial options, and other potential outcomes.
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Individual Presentations
Strengthening Advising Noncitizen and Immigrant Defendants of Immigration Consequences - Lilly Yu, RTI International; Beth Hustedt, RTI International
Advocating For More Inclusive and Comprehensive Conversations on Collateral Consequences - Emily Burtch, RTI International; Beth Hustedt, RTI International; Venita Embry, RTI International; Karima Modjadidi, RTI International; Lilly Yu, RTI International
Improving the Tender of Plea Colloquy for Defendants - Rory Monaghan, National Center for State Courts; Andre Assumpcao, National Center for State Courts; Niki Hotchkiss, National Center for State Courts; Heather Caspers, National Center for State Courts
The Consequences of Pressured Plea Decisions - Sarah Stice, University of Georgia; Alisa Smith, University of Central Florida