Welcome to Raw Reflections
This is where the commentary gets sharp, the writing gets bold, and nothing is off-limits. Raw Reflections is more than a blog—it’s an ongoing conversation about law, identity, culture, power, and the personal truths we’re told to keep quiet.
Here, I unpack courtroom drama, critique pop culture, analyze the systems meant to protect us (but often don’t), and write through the chaos of being alive in a world that demands silence from the loudest hearts. From legal education to emotional storytelling, every post is crafted with clarity, depth, and purpose.
If you’re here for truth, for context, for the unfiltered version of what really matters—then you’re in the right place.
Chain of Custody: Why Evidence Mishandling Can Tank a Case
What happens when the evidence in a case is real—but the process behind it isn’t? In criminal law, the chain of custody ensures that every piece of evidence stays secure, documented, and untouched. But when that chain is broken, the truth itself can be thrown out of court. This blog breaks down why evidence mishandling isn’t just a technicality—it’s a threat to justice.
When the Truth Is Hidden: What Brady v. Maryland Taught Us About Fair Trials
What happens when the prosecution holds all the cards—and hides the one that could set you free? In Brady v. Maryland, the Supreme Court ruled that withholding exculpatory evidence violates due process. This case didn’t just impact one man’s sentence—it changed the rules of every trial that followed.
What Happens During a Criminal Trial?
What actually happens during a trial? This blog breaks down the full courtroom process—from jury selection to closing arguments—and explains what each step really means for the accused and the outcome.
What Does It Actually Mean to Be Charged with a Crime?
Getting “charged” with a crime sounds serious—because it is. But what does it actually mean in legal terms? This post breaks down the difference between being arrested and being charged, who decides to file charges, what types of charges exist, and what happens next in the criminal justice process.