Perla Chavez

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  • Perla Chavez

    Perla Chavez is a first-generation college student that has obtained a paralegal certificate from the UCLA Extension Paralegal Program. Her academic journey includes a major in Political Science with a focus on race, ethnicity, and politics at UCLA. Perla has actively contributed to social justice advocacy through internships with CHIRLA and the NAACP. Driven by her passion to recognize inequalities and advocate for the rights of others, Perla aspires to become an immigration lawyer. Apart from her dedication to academics and the legal field, she finds fulfillment in being a volunteer for the city of California City, spending quality time with family, and expressing creativity through painting.

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Breaking News, Southern California Court Watch

COURT WATCH: LA County Judge Denies Accused’s Request for Removal of Electronic Monitoring

LANCASTER, CA — Deputy Public Defender Jonathan Mendoza’s request to remove the accused’s electronic monitoring was denied...... Read more.
Breaking News, Court Watch, Northern California Court Watch, State of California

COURT WATCH: LA County Judge Denies Accused Motion to Dismiss in Burglary Case, Jails Her

By Perla Chavez LANCASTER, CA — Deputy Public Defender Jonathan Mendoza’s motion to dismiss burglary charges was...... Read more.
Breaking News, Everyday Injustice, State of California

UCLA Counter Protest Violence against Antiwar Encampment, Tardy Law Enforcement Response Sparks Calls for Investigation  

By Perla Chavez  WESTWOOD, CA– The Los Angeles Times this week reported questions are being asked about...... Read more.
Breaking News, Everyday Injustice, Sacramento Region

In Light of Arizona’s Abortion Ban, California Legislative Women’s Caucus Proposes Urgency Bill to Aid Abortion Services

By Perla Chavez SACRAMENTO, CA– Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday his collaboration with Chair of the California...... Read more.
Breaking News, Court Watch, LA Court Watch, Southern California Court Watch

COURT WATCH: Defense Challenges Validity of DUI Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Tests, Raises Miranda Objections – Overruled by Judge

LANCASTER, CA — A defense attorney’s motion to reduce and dismiss charges was denied here Tuesday at...... Read more.
Breaking News, Court Watch, Yolo County

COURT WATCH: Judge Mandates Physical Presence in Court for Las Vegas Disabled War Veteran Struggling with Finances

By Perla Chavez  WOODLAND, CA– An accused man—a disabled war veteran from Las Vegas—informed the court here...... Read more.
Breaking News, Everyday Injustice, National Issues

U.S. Supreme Court Allows Texas’ ‘Show Me Your Papers’ Law to Proceed, but Hours Later Federal Court Puts Pause on Controversial Measure

By Perla Chavez  WASHINGTON, DC — This past week, the Biden Administration’s urgent petition to reassess the...... Read more.
Breaking News, Everyday Injustice, National Issues

Public Defense Group Charges System-Wide Deficiencies in Texas County Criminal Defense Representation

By Perla Chavez  CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The Wren Collective—composed of criminal justice researchers specializing in public...... Read more.
Breaking News, Everyday Injustice, National Issues

Georgia Governor Approves Measure to Regulate Prosecutors; Group Calls It Threat to Prosecutorial Independence

By Perla Chavez  ATLANTA, GA –  Miriam Krinsky, executive director of Fair and Just Prosecution, this week...... Read more.
Breaking News, Everyday Injustice, National Issues

REPORT: Attorneys for Children Issue White Paper Urging Albany to Address Family Court Crisis with Increased Funding

By Perla Chavez  NEW YORK, NY – A white paper issued by the Attorney for Children (AFC)...... Read more.