More than 1 in 3 New Yorkers have a criminal record. Part 1 of this training will provide the basic knowledge of the criminal justice system so advocates will be better equipped to assist their clients with obtaining public benefits and housing, the focus of Part 2 of this training. Part 1 will cover the fundamentals of the criminal justice system, including the path of a criminal case, warrants, types of offenses, juvenile proceedings, criminal records and sealing. We will also cover RAP (record of arrests and prosecution) sheets, which can be a roadblock for individuals with a criminal record trying to re-enter the workforce. We will describe what RAP sheets are and how to correct errors. This last piece will be conducted by CSS' PRIAA (Planned Reentry for Incarcerated Adolescents and Adults) program.

Cost of workshop is $40.00. Online registration required at: http://events.SignUp4.com/winter2010