My client walked out of Rikers Island today after a jury acquitted him of all charges. He waited in jail for his trial for 3 years. He lost his job and missed his son’s first 3 birthdays simply because he couldn’t afford bail. He’s not unique - THIS IS OUR SYSTEM. #reform
I’d be remiss not to take this opportunity to direct people to the critically important bail funds out there: @bailproject @BKBailFund @BronxFreedom. Until we succeed in eliminating the abomination that is cash bail, it’s one great way to help. #endcashbail
Public defenders across the country are pouring their hearts out to help people caught in this mess we call the criminal justice system. To check out and support our work in the Bronx, stop by @BronxDefenders.
