Legal Briefs

Collateral Consequences with Arthur Rizer and Emily Mooney of R Street Institute

Episode Summary

In this episode, we explore the challenges of collateral consequences, recidivism, and re-entry following periods of incarceration. Arthur Rizer & Emily Mooney of the R Street Institute provide insight on how policy can be better crafted to enhance public safety, while also promoting second chance opportunities for those with a criminal record.

Episode Notes

A felony conviction potentially devastates one's ability to fully participate in society, and rarely does this burden fall on the convicted alone. In this episode, we explore the challenges of collateral consequences, recidivism, and re-entry following extended periods of incarceration. Arthur Rizer and Emily Mooney of the R Street Institute provide insight on how policy can be better crafted to enhance public safety, while also promoting second chance opportunities for those with a criminal record. 

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Arthur Rizer - R Street Institute - Director, Criminal Justice & Civil Liberties; Resident Senior Fellow

Emily Mooney - R Street Institute - Resident Fellow & Manager, Criminal Justice & Civil Liberties

R Street Institute