Benjamin Harris III; a look at what role mental health plays in our justice system
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Description
In June of 1984, Jimmie Turner was shot and murdered outside of his home. Two men were ultimately arrested and charged with aggravated 1st-degree murder. One was acquitted within a...
show moreThat man was Benjamin Harris, III.
Benjamin was a man with a very troubled past and clear signs of mental health issues. However, throughout his trial and his sentencing, the courts, his attorney, and the state failed to act on his behalf to assure he was justly convicted.
Join us for our season 4 opening episode as we take a look at a case that should leave you questioning our justice system and how they work with the mental health community.
We want to make sure that anyone who needs mental health help can get it. If you or a loved one are in need of resources, here are ways to find them in your area.
Online at: https://www.nami.org/help or at: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help
By phone: Text “Hello” to 741741 or call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) for suicide-related concerns
And 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for substance abuse or mental health issues
Great website for Information on the Death Penalty and cases
https://bit.ly/3BOAZhh
National Registry of Exonerations
https://bit.ly/300Gf4u
1986 Appeal
https://bit.ly/3EPTnbd
1990 Appeal
https://bit.ly/31zkd9t
Federal Circuit Appeal
https://bit.ly/3CNsZ1n
Freed but...not
https://bit.ly/3mMLLjD
The state of Washington is still on their bullshit
https://bit.ly/3o2Fy2q
Legal terms researched
https://bit.ly/3ENNagc
https://bit.ly/3q9Kky0
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