The use of Rap Lyrics in Criminal Trials  - Libertas Webinar

Libertas Chambers

Considering the treatment of black people throughout the criminal justice process & how the use of rap lyrics as evidence feeds into that.

This webinar presents the research of Dr Abenaa Owusu-Bempah on the serious concerns that arise when police, prosecutors and courts do not acknowledge or appreciate the artistic value of rap music. An analysis of over 30 recent appeals identified that most of the defendants in ‘rap evidence’ trials were black men and boys — particularly teenagers — which falls in line with the overwhelming over-representation of Black and minority ethnic boys within the prison population. We consider the disproportionate and discriminatory treatment of black people throughout the criminal justice process, and how the use of rap lyrics as evidence feeds into that.Presented by Felicity Gerry QC and Dr Owusu-Bempah Felicity is well known as successfully defending black and minority ethnic people, including youths, accused of murder alleged to be ‘gang related’, where the prosecution sought to rely on rap music tropes. Dr Owusu-Bempah is an Associate Professor of criminal law and criminal evidence. She is a Fellow of The Higher Education Academy and an Associate Fellow of the Ghana Institute of Advanced Legal Studies.Please note: Libertas Chambers will record this event. Following an event we will check the recording and once reviewed it will be made available on a link through our website. If you have any concerns about the recording please do contact Libertas Chambers.

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