212 | How Three L.A. Public Defenders Hope to Change the Legal System by Becoming Judges w/Ericka Wiley, George Turner, and Kim Repecka

Feb 28

If you’ve listened to the show long enough, then you know Hunter has consistently advocated for more public defenders to become judges. With their insight into the legal system, communities can stand to gain so much by having a bench with more diverse job experience. In this episode, Hunter is joined by three L.A. public defenders who are all running for Superior Court Judgeships in Los Angeles County. Ericka Wiley, George Turner, and Kim Repecka know that their careers as public defenders make them uniquely qualified to serve as judges and ensure justice, fairness, and compassion for every person who might stand before them.

Guests:

Ericka Wiley, Public Defender and Candidate for Superior Court Judge Seat 48, Los Angeles

George Turner, Public Defender and Candidate for Superior Court Judge Seat 39, Los Angeles

Kim Repecka, Public Defender and Candidate for Superior Court Judge Seat 124, Los Angeles

Resources:

Ericka Wiley Contact

https://wileyforjudge.com/

https://www.facebook.com/people/Ericka-Wiley-For-Judge-2024/61553248058723/

https://www.instagram.com/wiley4judge/

https://www.tiktok.com/@erickawileyforjudge2024

George Turner Contact

https://georgeaturner4judge.com/