Privilege and Punishment - by Matthew Clair

The Privilege and Punishment book is a thought-provoking and insightful examination of how the attorney-client relationship in criminal court perpetuates racial and class inequalities.

Through extensive fieldwork in Boston's criminal justice system, author Matthew Clair uncovers how privileged defendants are able to delegate authority to their lawyers, defer to judges, and receive preferential treatment, while disadvantaged defendants are often silenced, coerced, and punished.

This eye-opening book provides a devastating portrait of inequality and injustice within and beyond the criminal courts, and describes the reforms needed to correct them.

With its well-researched and nuanced analysis, Privilege and Punishment is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the criminal justice system and advocating for a more just society.