Working for Justice

In our next episode of Working for Justice , we sit down with Megan Page, a public defender in Pima County who works every day at the intersection of justice, advocacy, and human impact. Megan shares what it’s really like to represent individuals navigating the system—shedding light on the challenges, the stakes, and the responsibility of ensuring every voice is heard. It’s a powerful conversation...

🎙️ Inside Leadership, Accountability, and Public Service In this episode of the ACJC podcast, Ammon Barker joins us for an honest discussion about what it means to lead in the criminal justice system—especially during times of heightened scrutiny and change. Listeners will hear candid reflections on decision-making, public trust, and the responsibility that comes with serving Arizona communities....

Roxanne Pergeson serves as Victim Services Manager for Navajo County Attorney’s Office in Arizona, where she leads the Victims / Witness Services Division. She and her team of advocates and volunteers are committed to offering trauma-informed support to crime victims and survivors, ensuring they receive timely assistance and clear communication throughout the justice process. With a strong focus o...

Episode Highlight: Sheriff David Rhodes — Leadership, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety in Arizona Today on Working for Justice , we’re joined by Yavapai County Sheriff David Rhodes , an Arizona native and respected law enforcement leader . Elected in 2020 , Sheriff Rhodes brings more than two decades of service and insight to the conversation. A graduate of the FBI National Academy , he has been...

Guest Spotlight: Chris Olson — Leadership, Accountability, and the Future of Arizona Policing Chris Olson, Assistant Vice President and Chief of Police at the University of Arizona , was officially appointed in December 2023 after serving as interim chief since May 2023. With more than 30 years of law enforcement experience in Arizona , Chief Olson has built a respected career rooted in service, i...

Episode Spotlight: Leadership, Mentorship, and Modern Policing with Oro Valley Police Chief Kara Riley In this episode of the Working for Justice Podcast , hosts Pete Cummings and Arizona Criminal Justice Commission Deputy Director Tony Vidale sit down with Oro Valley Police Chief Kara Riley . Chief Riley shares her journey through Arizona law enforcement , reflecting on the academic background ,...

Episode Spotlight: Tony Vidale — Leading Arizona’s Criminal Justice System with Integrity and Vision In this episode of the Working for Justice Podcast , host Pete Cummings talks with Anthony (Tony) Vidale , Executive Director of the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) . Vidale shares his professional journey and the experiences that shaped his leadership in Arizona’s public safety and crim...

Episode Spotlight: Data, Innovation, and the Future of Criminal Justice Analytics in Arizona In this episode of the Working for Justice Podcast , host Tony Vidale talks with Matt Bileski , Program Manager for Data Integration, Analytics, and Optimization at the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) . Matt shares his journey through data-driven public safety , reflecting on the academic backgr...

Host Tony Vidale talks with Heather Bohnet, the Victim Services Program Manager for the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission. Heather discusses her role as the Victim Services Program Manager and offers her past academic and work experiences that helped shape her career. Heather also gives insight into her management of the victim services program and the challenges she faces in her role.

The Arizona Criminal Justice Commission’s podcast Working for Justice includes talks with people working and making a difference in the criminal justice system. We hope to have great conversations with agency heads, people brand new in the field of criminal justice, and anyone in between. We will talk with people filling roles that are obvious in the criminal justice system such as police officers...

Host Tony Vidale talks with Andy LeFevre, the Executive Director of the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission. Andy discusses his role as the Executive Director and offers his past work experiences that helped shape his career. Andy also gives insight into his leadership of the agency and what qualities he appreciates in his leadership team and staff members.