KITCHEN INVITES COMMUNITY TO UPCOMING CRIMINAL JUSTICE SEMINAR

            PHILADELPHIA, August 17 — State Sen. Shirley Kitchen, along with the George E. Thorne Development Center and Sobriety Through Outpatient, Inc., invite the public to attend an upcoming Criminal Justice Seminar.

            The free event will take place on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.at Deliverance Evangelistic Church, 2001 W. Lehigh Ave.

            “Just because someone has been charged with or punished for committing a crime, doesn’t mean life is over. Everyone should know their rights and options under the law,” Kitchen said. “This seminar will provide a wealth of information on the criminal justice system and also provide solid information on how ex-offenders can get back on their feet. I encourage anyone who wants to learn more about our justice system to attend this helpful event.”

            Representatives from Philadelphia Police Department, Philadelphia Judicial System, Public Defender’s Office, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, Philadelphia Prison System, Board of Probation and Parole and more will give attendees a roadmap of the criminal justice system.

            They will discuss various topics, including, “I was Arrested: What Happens Now?” “Sentencing: Navigating the Prison System,” “The Next Step: Life After Incarceration,” “Clearing Your Record: Getting Your Record Expunged,” and more. There will also be free refreshments, demonstrations and exhibitors.

            “Recidivism is a huge reason why our prisons are overcrowded,” Kitchen said. “Ex-offenders need to be informed about their options so they can get back on the right path, into a job and housing and, most importantly, out of trouble. This seminar will certainly give people the information they need to reach those goals.”

            For more information, contact the senator’s office at 215-227-6161 or visit www.senatorkitchen.com

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