Siblings Tom and Chris discuss the moral and ethical issues involved in criminal defense. A little true crime, a little legal strategy, and lots of fun. We hope this podcast will help you better understand how criminal defense works, why it's critical to our civil rights, and just how well defense attorneys sleep at night.
Room For Innocence
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Siblings Tom and Chris discuss the moral and ethical issues involved in criminal defense. A little true crime, a little legal strategy, and lots of fun. We hope this podcast will help you better understand how criminal defense works, why it's critical to our civil rights, and just how well defense attorneys sleep at night.
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November 9, 2022
Miranda v. Arizona - the origin of Miranda Rights
<p>Ernesto Miranda did it. There was no question. He confessed. His confession included a statement acknowledging that he was aware of his rights. But no one told him what those rights were. How do you know what you don't know? In Miranda v. Arizona, the Supreme Court would overturn his conviction and say that Miranda's Constitutional rights had been violated in obtaining the confession. <br/><br/>Join siblings Tom and Chris as we break down the case and remind you why a strong criminal defense is paramount to receiving a fair trial.<br/><br/>Chris is a lifelong true crime fan. Her brother, Tom is a criminal defense attorney. Chris loves to tell him about interesting cases and get his legal insights.<br/><br/>If you are enjoying the show and would like to support us, <a href='https://www.patreon.com/room4innocence'>join our Patreon</a> for only $2 a month! That's like fifty cents per episode! Also, reviews on Apple podcasts would be greatly appreciated as it helps new listeners to find us! Find our show <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/room-for-innocence/id1623862039'>here</a>.<br/><br/>Resources:<br/><a href='https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2016/06/11/miranda-and-right-remain-silent-phoenix-story/85206416/'><b>Azcentral.com</b></a><b> - Miranda and the right to remain silent: The Phoenix story</b></p><p><a href='https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miranda_v._Arizona'><b>Wikipedia</b></a><b> - Miranda v. Arizona</b></p><p><a href='https://www.annenbergclassroom.org/resource/right-remain-silent-miranda-v-arizona/'><b>Right to Remain Silent: Miranda v. Arizona</b></a></p><p><br/></p>
October 17, 2022
Lamonte McIntyre Pt 2
<p>Today we wrap up the wrongful conviction story of Lamonte McIntyre. <br/><br/>In 1994, Lamonte McIntyre was convicted for a double murder that he didn't commit. He was 17 years old. He served 23 years before his wrongful conviction was overturned. This wasn't a case of an unfortunate series of mistakes. No, this was corruption, coercion, and abuse of power. <br/><br/>Join siblings Tom and Chris as we break down the case what went wrong, and remind you why a strong criminal defense is paramount to receiving a fair trial. <br/><br/>Chris is a lifelong true crime fan. Her brother, Tom is a criminal defense attorney. Chris loves to tell him about interesting cases and get his legal insights. <br/><br/>If you are enjoying the show and would like to support us, <a href='https://www.patreon.com/room4innocence'>join our Patreon</a> for only $2 a month! That's like fifty cents per episode! Also, reviews on Apple podcasts would be greatly appreciated as it helps new listeners to find us! Find our show <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/room-for-innocence/id1623862039'>here</a>.<br/><br/>Resources:<br/>Injustice Watch - <a href='https://www.injusticewatch.org/series/a-broken-system/'>A Broken System</a><br/>Centurion - <a href='https://centurion.org/cases/mcintyre-lamonte/'>Lamonte McIntyre</a></p>
October 5, 2022
Lamonte McIntyre's wrongful conviction part 1
<p>In 1994, Lamonte McIntyre was convicted for a double murder that he didn't commit. He was 17 years old. He served 23 years before his wrongful conviction was overturned. This wasn't a case of an unfortunate series of mistakes. No, this was corruption, coercion, and abuse of power. <br/><br/>Join siblings Tom and Chris as we break down the case what went wrong, and remind you why a strong criminal defense is paramount to receiving a fair trial. <br/><br/>Chris is a lifelong true crime fan. Her brother, Tom is a criminal defense attorney. Chris loves to tell him about interesting cases and get his legal insights. <br/><br/>If you are enjoying the show and would like to support us, <a href='https://www.patreon.com/room4innocence'>join our Patreon</a> for only $2 a month! That's like fifty cents per episode! Also, reviews on Apple podcasts would be greatly appreciated as it helps new listeners to find us! Find our show <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/room-for-innocence/id1623862039'>here</a>.<br/><br/>Resources:<br/>Injustice Watch - <a href='https://www.injusticewatch.org/series/a-broken-system/'>A Broken System</a><br/>Centurion - <a href='https://centurion.org/cases/mcintyre-lamonte/'>Lamonte McIntyre</a></p>
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