Alameda County's Bold Moves Saved $287M Per Year Through Prosecutor-Initiated Resentencing

Police Misconduct: How Public Accountability was Terminated in Alameda County

In this episode, host Pamela Price sits down with Alex Feigen Fasteau, a seasoned veteran prosecutor with over two decades of experience in San Francisco and Alameda County.  Together, they pull back the curtain on the complexities of the justice system, from prosecuting economic crimes and sexual assault to the high-stakes work of the Public Accountability Unit.  Feigan Fasteau shares how he was summarily fired by the interim appointed District Attorney less than two weeks after she took office, and there was no transition of the cases the Public Accountability Unit was handling for two years.  In this episode, we discuss: The Opportunity: What drives a 20-year San Francisco prosecutor to join the Alameda County DA’s office? The Transition:  How Feigen Fasteau and anyone with less than a year tenure was fired by the interim appointed District Attorney without any consideration of their work or their worth to the people of Alameda County. Systemic Issues: Addressing the "criminalization of poverty" and systemic racism from within the prosecutor's office. Police Accountability: The logistical and legal hurdles of charging peace officers, including the reality of "qualified immunity" and the need for independent investigations. The Maurice Monk Case: A look into the supervision of high-profile cases involving in-custody deaths and public records. The "Blue Wall": The challenges of finding independent officers willing to sign affidavits against their own. Alex shares his unique journey from being hired by Kamala Harris to becoming the Director of Public Accountability for Alameda County and now, transitioning into civil rights law. #PamelaPrice #JusticeSystem #PoliceAccountability #PublicAccountability #LegalTalk #DistrictAttorney #CriminalJustice #CivilRights #AlamedaCounty #Unfiltered #LawAndOrder #RealTalk Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2437081/support]

Beyond Epstein & Diddy: The National Reckoning on Gender Power and Justice

In this powerful short segment from the American Bar Association’s Criminal Justice Section's Spring Meeting, I dive into the "Women in the Wake of Epstein and Diddy" panel.  While high-profile cases like Jeffrey Epstein and Sean "Diddy" Combs dominate the headlines, they reveal a much deeper, systemic issue within the United States: the normalization of exploitation. In this short take, I explore: * The transition from "romanticizing" figures like Hugh Hefner to the "national reckoning" of today. * How the legal system often fails survivors, particularly those from marginalized communities. * The startling statistics of gender-based violence and why 50-60% of incidents go unreported. I also share a tribute to the trailblazing women—from Diane R. Williams to the Epstein survivors—who paved the way for accountability. It’s time to move past systemic indifference and start listening to the voices that have been silenced for too long. #GenderJustice #EpsteinCase #Diddy #SocialAccountability #LegalReform #EndHumanTrafficking #SurvivorsVoices #JusticeForWomen Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2437081/support]

The System Was Never Built For Us | Crime Survivors, Victims Compensation & Real Justice

In this powerful episode, former Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price sits down with Tinisch Hollins, Executive Director of Californians for Safety and Justice, for an unfiltered conversation about what safety and justice actually look like for Black communities and underserved survivors. Tinisch — a crime survivor, domestic violence survivor, and community organizer for nearly two decades — shares her personal journey from the streets of San Francisco's Bayview neighborhood to leading one of the most impactful criminal justice reform organizations in California. Together, Pamela and Tinisch break down: Why most crime victims never hear about victims' compensation — and why the system is designed to keep it that way. The devastating reality of being a domestic violence survivor who ends up getting arrested. Why communities don't feel safe calling the police — and what real safety actually looks like The landmark SB 731 expungement law and why clearing records is a public safety strategy Why victims of police violence are excluded from the very compensation funds designed to help victims The political power struggle that leaves survivors re-traumatized and re-victimized This conversation is raw, real, and deeply necessary. If you've ever wondered why justice feels out of reach for so many in our communities — this episode is for you. 🔔 Subscribe to Pamela Price Unfiltered on YouTube 📩 Subscribe to the Substack for the Weekly Word 🎙️ Listen wherever you get your podcasts Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2437081/support]

Alameda County's Bold Moves Saved $287M Per Year Through Prosecutor-Initiated Resentencing

Did you know that resentencing individuals with lengthy sentences in Alameda County saved California taxpayers nearly $287.4 million per year? In this episode of Legally Speaking, Pamela Price breaks down the groundbreaking UC Berkeley Law report on prosecutor-initiated resentencing in Alameda County. We compare the approaches of the O’Malley and Price administrations, discuss the creation of the Resentencing and Re-entry Unit, and address the immediate destruction of these efforts by the interim DA. Key Highlights: The fiscal impact of prison reform ($287M+ saved). Why the Resentencing Unit was created and who it served. The data on 165 cases between 2020 and 2024. What the 2025 policy shifts mean for public safety and the community. #PamelaPrice #AlamedaCounty #CriminalJusticeReform #Resentencing #CaliforniaLaw #PublicSafety Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2437081/support]

From Security Guard to Media Icon: C. Lee on Overcoming Failure & Criminal Justice Reform

"At your lowest point, that's when God is working." In this powerful episode of Pamela Price Unfiltered, Pamela sits down with C. Lee (C. Lee Legal / C. Lee for the People), a media powerhouse, philanthropist, and influencer who transformed his life after the failure of his clothing brand. C. Lee shares his raw journey from working security to reaching millions online by being "unapologetically himself." Beyond the laughs and fitness tips, C. Lee discusses his vital mission with Californians for Safety and Justice to help thousands of people through expungement clinics—giving families a second chance at jobs, housing, and a future. In this episode, we discuss: How to find purpose after a major business failure. The reality of being a "World's Greatest Square" in a street-influenced culture. Why health and fitness are the ultimate forms of wealth. The systemic barriers of criminal records and how expungement changes lives. Pamela’s reflections on her time as DA and the current state of justice. Connect with C. Lee: Instagram: @clee.legal / @cleeforthepeople Sponsored by: Winfield Cleaning Services – High-quality, eco-friendly cleaning solutions. Call the "Dirt Whisperer" Barry Winfield today! #PamelaPriceUnfiltered #CLeeForThePeople #CriminalJusticeReform #Expungement #BayAreaMedia #OvercomingFailure #FaithAndBusiness #SecondChances Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2437081/support]