Judge Frederic Block, Crimes and Punishments, entering the mind of a sentencing Judge Speaking of Justice

Judge Frederic Block joins host Mark Wahlstrom to discuss his new book, " Crimes and Punishment, entering the mind of a sentencing Judge. Judge Block is a senior Judge on the US District Court of Eastern NY with almost 25 years covering every type of trial. His new book looks at the essential issues facing the US judiciary as regards our nations changing perception on the impact of mandatory sentencing, excessive prosecutor over reach and the long term social impact of felony convictions and sentencing equity.

The book has been praised by both conservative and liberal commentators as a welcome examination of the daily frustrations, biases, struggles and conflicts judges face every day and why our society needs to examine how we set policy over punishment for crimes. A fantastic interview of a fascinating Judge and author on one of the key topics in the US today.

You may purchase "Crimes and Punishment" by going to the ABA book store and ordering a copy today.