About

Ky DPA’s Journal of Criminal
Justice Education and Research

The Advocate provides education and research for persons serving
indigent clients in order to improve client representation and insure
fair process and reliable results for those whose life or liberty
is at risk. It educates criminal justice professionals and the public
on defender work, mission and values.

Opinions expressed in articles are those of the authors
and do not necessarily represent the views of DPA.

The Advocate strives to present current and accurate information.
However, no representation or warranty is made concerning
the application of the legal or other principles communicated
here to any particular fact situation. The proper interpretation
or application of information offered in The Advocate is within
the sound discretion and the considered, individual judgment of
each reader, who has a duty to research original and current
authorities when dealing with a specific legal matter. The
Advocate’s editors and authors specifically disclaim liability for
the use to which others put the information and principles offered
through this publication.