This episode dives deep into the principle of habeas corpus—your legal shield against unlawful detention—while also tackling major issues in criminal justice today. We examine habeas corpus from its origins in English law to its role in protecting civil liberties and due process in modern America. Then, we explore efforts to support formerly incarcerated individuals through Second Chance Month, the risks of lowering the minimum age for prison guards in New York, and how plea bargaining differs between state and federal courts. With expert insight from attorney Chance Oberstein, we connect the threads between legal protections, incarceration, reentry, and justice reform in today’s complex legal landscape.

[0:00] Intro
[3:41] Habeas corpus is essential for preventing arbitrary detention and safeguarding due process in free societies.
[22:59] Barriers to employment and persistent online criminal records hinder successful reentry, fueling cycles of recidivism.
[33:15] Lowering New York’s prison guard hiring age highlights severe labor shortages but raises serious maturity concerns.
[39:29] Federal plea processes are highly structured and inflexible, unlike state pleas, which allow considerable informal negotiation.

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