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.
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 Is a Hung Jury? When the Jury Can’t Decide—and What Happens Next
A hung jury means the people deciding your fate couldn’t agree on it. In this post, I break down what happens when a jury gets stuck—and how it can change everything about a case.
What Does It Actually Mean to Be Arraigned?
An arraignment is the courtroom’s first big move after charges are filed. In this blog, I break down what actually happens, what plea options mean, and why this step is way more than just a formality.