Jaws of Justice Radio

Note: Because of the KKFI Pledge Drive JoJR will start at about 9:20 this week only On January 14, 2012 the feeling of security at the Independence Mall was shattered when a dispute over words of disrespect erupted in gunfire. Two victims were wounded in the leg and the shooter, Eric Bratton was arrested. On April 4th of 2012 Eric was convicted and the jury recommended a sentence of seven years. F...

United Transportation Services - Connecting Families With Their Incarcerated Loved Ones No one goes to prison alone, their family is affected in a variety of ways and staying connected with ones family while incarcerated is one of the most important factors in reducing recidivism. Many poor families cannot afford to make the trip to visit their incarcerated loved ones and public transportation is...

In 1989 Keith Drone was involved in a motel robbery. He shot a security guard in the leg and was in turn shot in the head. Keith was convicted and sentenced to three life sentences and 65 years. Putting aside …

In 1989 Keith Drone was involved in a motel robbery. He shot a security guard in the leg and was in turn shot in the head. Keith was convicted and […] The post Can Parole Be Revoked Before The Prisoner Is Released? The Strange Case of Keith Drone. appeared first on KKFI .

Ricky Kidd was convicted of murder in 1996 on the inconsistent testimony and lies of Richard Harris. There was no forensic evidence tying Ricky to the crime. In 2008 Marcus Merrill confessed to doing the crime with Gary Goodspeeds SR …

Ricky Kidd was convicted of murder in 1996 on the inconsistent testimony and lies of Richard Harris. There was no forensic evidence tying Ricky to the crime. In 2008 Marcus Merrill confessed to doing the crime with Gary Goodspeeds SR and Gary Goodspeeds Jr. Why is Ricky Kidd still behind bars? The confession of Marcus Merrill was that Ricky was not involved was backed up by testimony of Eugene Wil...

Trauma Matters KC is a new organization born out of the “Trauma Informed Community” Task Force. Led by Truman Medical Center and the Mid-America Regional Council, Trauma Matters KC is a diverse group of mental health professional, social workers, community …

Trauma Matters KC is a new organization born out of the “Trauma Informed Community” Task Force. Led by Truman Medical Center and the Mid-America Regional Council, Trauma Matters KC is a diverse group of mental health professional, social workers, community support professionals and citizens working together to raise awareness about trauma and sensitive practices that promote healing, health and we...

Host Margo Patterson is joined by Annette Lantz-Simmons Executive Director of the Community Mediation Center to talk about their programs, training and services. CMC provides conflict resolution for schools, businesses, churches, neighborhoods, families in the Kansas City area. Find out what Restorative Justice is and how it is being introduced into neighborhoods and schools in KC. Founded in 2000...

Host Jessica Thomas and local poet/activist Saj Kaya are in to update us on the latest on medical marijuana, the studies, the legislation and the legal issues. Tune in for our local calendar of events (or look below) and the 420 Drug War News. Calendar March 18, 2013 The KC Building Trades Unions and Builders Association in conjuction with the NAACP and IBEW 124 Minority Caucus are sponsoring the...

Kansas City not only has a place near the top of the list in murder rate, but is also near the top in the incidence of domestic violence.  Guest Host Susan Sanders talks with Mary Moore of the True Light Family Resource Center about her work with victims of domestic violence. Susan is a licensed psychotherapist and Mary is a community outreach specialist with True Light Family Resource Center, tog...

In the wake of the Sandy Hook Tragedy, an ardent debate about gun laws is taking place throughout the country. These debates are interesting for what they don’t mention: the economics of the gun industry itself and its subsidization by through various tax credits, direct spending, and legal forbearance. Part II of our series on the gun issues not discussed concludes with Professor Kenneth Thomas o...

In the wake of the Sandy Hook Tragedy, an ardent debate about gun laws is taking place throughout the country. These debates are interesting for what they don’t mention: the economics of the gun industry itself and its subsidization by through various tax credits, direct spending, and legal forbearance. One form of protection comes in the little known but pernicious, Protection of Lawful Commerce...

In December host Robin Martinez spoke with local Attorney Dale Irwin about Zombie Debt.  This time Dale gives us the low down on the Pay Day Loan industry in Missouri.  He tells the history, the legal battle to get around …

In December host Robin Martinez spoke with local Attorney Dale Irwin about Zombie Debt.  This time Dale gives us the low down on the Pay Day Loan industry in Missouri.  He tells the history, the legal battle to get around Missouri's Usury laws and the subsequent political pressure (campaign money) that made our state one of the friendliest in the nation for this industry. Dale explains how borrowe...

The Latino Coalition of Kansas City quarterly meeting featured a panel of immigration advocates and business leaders to talk about the prospects and impact of immigration reform. JoJR host Peter Hoffman of the National Lawyers Guild, recorded this panel presentation and will bring you highlights of this important discussion. The Panel discussed Immigration reform possibilities on the  Federal Land...

State Representative Brandon Ellington comes on air to talk about the 2013 Missouri Legislative session and what we might expect.  Brandon's interest run from the criminal justice system, taking care […] The post Representative Brandon Ellington On The Upcoming MO Legislature and A Community Forum On Violence appeared first on KKFI .

Peter Hoffman of the National Lawyers Guild interviews filmmaker Kevin Bryce about his new film, "We are Superman." The documentary takes an in-depth look at what it takes to transform a community that has suffered from disinvestment for 50 years. Troost Avenue has historically been a racial and economic dividing line in Kansas City, but there is a movement to erase that divide. On 31st and Troost...

Host Jessica Thomas talks with local author, Richard Lawrence Miller about his book  Drug Warriors and Their Prey: From Police Power to Police State and his involvement with the film it inspired.  His book starts with the premise that the war on drugs is a war on ordinary people and explains how law enforcement and the courts have destroyed the guilty and innocent alike.  He also shows how anti de...

Jeff Humfeld talks with KCMO School Board President Airick Leonard West about a new report that shows some significant advances by the school district.  Tune in and find out about what is happening now and the plans for the future of the district. Listen in to this conversation with Mr West about the district, his connection to the students and what needs to be done next to bring the district up t...

Want to know what Zombie Debt is?  If your credit card is stolen is it really true you won't have to pay for those fraudulent charges?  Who is behind these collection agencies? Attorney Robin Martinez of the local chapter of the National Lawyers Guild  talks with Attorney Dale Irwin about Zombie Debt, Robo Signing and more.  Find out how you can be trapped in a cycle of debt through no fault of yo...

Is Christmas celebrated in prison?  How can one connect with family while behind bars?  Or is all hope and faith lost when the doors clang shut behind you?  This is not your It's A Wonderful Life kind of Christmas story Host Margo Patterson talks with Deon Hare and Macy Jones about Christmas in the Penitentiary.  They give you an idea what it is like to celebrate(?) Christmas while in prison.  Doe...

This weeks host Melvin Merritt talks with Bridgette Williamson-Mack about her books and her work teaching parents, child care providers and teachers how to help prevent abuse of children.  They will explore how to identify abusers as well as children who have been abused.  Tune in for this very important information. Mrs. Williamson- Mack’s is holds a master’s degree in counseling and is a license...

This week host Keith Brown El talks with Pastor Robert Lee Hill of Community Christian Church and Pastor Rodney Williams of  Swope Parkway United Christian Church.  Pastor Hill and Wiiliams  will tell us as about the 2X2 program of mentoring youth that MORE2 is starting.  This program will go beyond tutoring these kids in their studies, teaching them using personal example and friendship how to be...

Margot Patterson talks with John T Lash about his experience of being sentenced to Life at the age of 18, learning to be an adult in prison and his path to reformation.  John gives his take on why we shouldn't be throwing juvenile's lives away in prison. Can we really tell by the commission of a heinous crime that a juvenile is incapable of becoming a good person and responsible adult?  Is prison...