Keir Bradford-Grey on Dismissal of Charges Against Khasandra Franklin
All charges against Khasandra Franklin, who was arrested last fall after a minor traffic incident, will be dropped.
Op-Ed: Justice system reform is impotent unless you eliminate racist practices
Chief Defender Keir-Bradford Grey shares her thoughts on the need to eliminate racist practices that plague our entire justice system. Opinion: The need to rethink what we treat as ‘crimes’The police killings of unarmed Black people are egregious and deservedly grab headlines, but the damaging consequences of this inequality are more complex and far-reaching. This…
Councilmember Thomas Introduces Driving Equality Bill
PHILADELPHIA–Councilmember Thomas will introduce this bill aimed at combating the issue of Driving While Black. 43% of Philadelphia residents are Black but Black people make up 72% of the drivers pulled over for alleged motor vehicle code. After the stop, Black drivers are twice as likely to be searched but are 35% less likely to…
Keir Bradford-Grey on Shooting of Walter Wallace, Jr.
PHILADELPHIA–“Last night’s horrific incident in Cobb’s Creek is made all the more tragic by the fact that it was completely avoidable. Many questions will need to be answered in the coming weeks, but one thing is clear: this is not the public safety model that our communities want or need. “Discussions about the killing of…
October 15: A People’s Vision of Public Safety
Join us on October 15 to share your thoughts about how the justice system can contribute to public safety, especially in our most vulnerable communities. Hosted by: Keir Bradford Grey, Chief Defender, Defender Association of Philadelphia WHEN: Thursday, October 15 | 3:00 p.m. WHERE: Via Zoom: zoom.us/j/91333487253 Passcode: 489866 Click here to download and share…
Keir Bradford-Grey on Passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
“The news of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s passing has dealt a crushing emotional blow to those of us who practice law with the goal of advancing equal rights for every citizen.
Keir Bradford-Grey Testifies on Law Enforcement & Public Safety
Chief Defender Keir Bradford-Grey today will testify before PA lawmakers about the role law enforcement plays in public safety.
Keir Bradford-Grey: We Need Real Alternatives to Cash Bail
It is time to re-think our approach to pre-trial incarceration. Our work with the Pre-entry Coalition has shown that providing community supports plays a big role in lowering recidivism.
Defender’s Statement on Philly Prison Conditions
A recent story in the Philadelphia Inquirer contained an internal e-mail communication from a Defender attorney about concerns related to visiting clients in prison during COVID-19.
POWER Town Hall Series: Imagining Civilian Oversight of Police
Chief Defender Keir Bradford-Grey joined a nationwide panel of clergy, activists, elected leaders and justice system reform experts to discuss how to bring more accountability to police departments in Philadelphia and elsewhere.