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Join Chief Federal Defender Dumaka Shabazz for an interactive demonstration that moves beyond abstract theory into the trenches of modern advocacy. Attendees will learn how to harness the the power of AI to confront the darkside of technology, dissecting the “hallucinations” that ruin careers and define the boundaries of responsible use. The emergence of artificial intelligence in legal practice has prompted vital conversations, raising both new opportunities and serious ethical questions for criminal defense teams. This webinar will provide defense practitioners with a practical, ethics-centered framework for understanding how AI can, and cannot be used in criminal defense and mitigation work. Designed for criminal defense teams engaged in life-history investigations, the session offers practical guidance, ethical guardrails to support thoughtful AI use in practice.

Advancing Real Change presents: "Ask a Mitigation Specialist," a resource program that allows defenders to meet directly and privately with a mitigation specialist for specific technical assistance. Register at link for a 40-minute session with experienced mitigation professionals. The information discussed during each session is confidential. Complete the registration form to request an appointment. APPOINTMENTS FILL UP QUICKLY

This one-hour virtual CLE presented in partnership with the Juvenile Justice Initiative will cover JJI‘s recent report on youth transfer. This program will explore how Illinois‘ current transfer laws lead to trying youth in adult court, in Illinois which reduces public safety and can even lead to more repeat offenses. This program is expected to qualify for one hour of professional responsibility continuing legal education credit. This event is limited to JDRC members. Please register below and the Zoom link for the program will be sent to you.

Advancing Real Change presents: "Ask a Mitigation Specialist," a resource program that allows defenders to meet directly and privately with a mitigation specialist for specific technical assistance. Register at link for a 40-minute session with experienced mitigation professionals. The information discussed during each session is confidential. Complete the registration form to request an appointment. APPOINTMENTS FILL UP QUICKLY Please only sign up for AMS if you can commit to attending, as this helps manage scheduling and keeps spots available for those who can fully participate. If an emergency or unexpected conflict arises, please notify them as soon as possible so they can adjust plans and honor the time our volunteer advisors generously offer.

Determining whether a youth client has any barriers to their ability to fully understand trial matters or exercise their legal rights in a meaningful way is uniquely challenging for youth defenders. In this one-hour virtual CLE program, participants will hear the perspective of both a clinical psychologist and youth defenders on how to navigate these issues and support their clients.

This program will bring together youth defenders from across Illinois to build community, earn CLE, and explore ways to improve outcomes for their youth clients. This year‘s Summit will cover all aspects of youth transfer.

This seminar, presented by Advancing Reach Change, Inc., will examine current research concerning individuals convicted of sexual offenses. Jeffrey Sandler, who has been researching issues related to sexual offending for 20 years, will present findings related to sexual offending, including recidivism, rehabilitation, and re-entry, along with a broad overview of risk assessments. This training offers grounded knowledge, which is pivotal to supporting accurate, evidence-based approaches to mitigation advocacy work. Please note: Part II of this series will focus on defense practices and applied advocacy strategies for clients with sex offenses. Jeffrey Sandler has been researching issues related to sexual offending for 20 years. His main areas of research focus have been risk assessment, females who commit sexual offenses, and post-conviction public polices designed to manage people who commit sexual offenses. Most recently, he has been examining the relationship between age and sexual recidivism risk.