The article discusses the personal experience of someone who navigated the juvenile and criminal justice systems with the help of affluent relatives. Having access to private lawyers and treatment programs played a crucial role in avoiding a prison sentence, contrasting with the experiences of many who lack similar support. The writer critiques the justice system, emphasizing its failure to address root causes of criminality and the overwhelming caseloads faced by public defenders, who, despite their dedication, cannot provide the necessary attention to each case due to insufficient funding and resources.
I met so many people in the system who will never have any of that - people who need help and will never receive it.
The court is nothing but a chess game on a conveyor belt, and people get screwed over every day.
Public defense needs way more funding than it gets.
The reason I didn't end up in prison... is because of the lawyers.
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