Below is a series of “Know Your Systems” training videos to help you understand the entire criminal justice system process, from arrest to trial, and everything in between.
If You or Someone You're Supporting Has an Open Case, Watch This to Learn How to Look Up Your Case/ How to Navigate the System:
Introduction
If you or a loved one has recently been arrested, watch these videos now:
Arrest
Bail Hearing
If your next court date is a Preliminary Hearing, watch these videos now to have enough time to prepare with your attorney:
Preliminary Hearing
Formal Arraignment
If your next court date is a Pretrial Hearing, watch this now to have enough time to prepare with your attorney:
Pretrial Hearing
If your next court date is your Trial, please watch these videos now to have time to prepare with your attorney:
Trial
Sentencing
To arrange a “live” Know Your Systems training for your organization or community, contact Kavita Goyal: KGoyal@philadefender.org