A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds
Greg McNiff, Operational Leader of the Atlanta Police Foundation, explains the role of the Foundation and how it partners with not only the Atlanta Police Department, but also the Mayor, courts and other legal agencies to define cohesive police strategies that will protect the community. Learn about the important At-Promise program and its success in keeping teens and young adults out of the prison system.
Georgia native Ken Howard, Special Agent in Charge with the GBI Gang Task Force, presents eye-opening stats on gang activity in Georgia and the struggles law enforcement agencies encounter when trying to combat these entities and their negative impact on communities. He also talks about concerns at the southern border, the threat of a terror attack in America and practical tips you should remember whenever you are in large meeting areas.
Jesse Fellabaum, Director of Operations at A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds, gives insight into the day-to-day activities in the office. He also talks about what makes A 2nd Chance different. At the end of the day, the job is really about helping people, whether it’s people needing bail, taking care of their employees or assisting those in need in the community.
Josh Fobes, SCRAM Director of Sales talks about how technologies have changed and improved in monitoring defendants and particularly advancements in mobile applications which allows for a broad spectrum of monitoring options that can be tailored to the individuals risk level. Ultimately , the goal of all defendant monitoring programs is to work to rehabilitate people so they don’t keep coming back to jail.
Georgia Bureau of Investigation Public & Governmental Affairs Director Nelly Miles talks about how science and crime fighting work hand in hand. Also hear how good communications and building up a “bank of community trust” leads to success working with Georgia’s citizens and other law enforcement entities throughout the state.
Major Steve Gaynor and Sergeant Randall Finney of the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office share how community engagement is key to reaching youth and stopping “repeat customers” in detention is key to building a stronger community. Detainees take part in rehabilitation services including 13 recent GED program graduates at the Cobb Jail.
Hear a heartfelt and engaging discussion with Dog the Bounty Hunter, where he shares insights into his life, work and faith. The episode delves into Dog’s personal journey that led him to become a bounty hunter. He emphasizes the crucial role of bail bonds in the justice system and the personal accountability they promote.
Investigator Florence Stephenson, of the Cobb County District Attorney Office is a Criminal Investigator for Sexual Violent Crimes, but previously worked as their lead Investigator for White Collar Crime for two years. Inv. Stephenson worked for the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office for 10 years. Currently has been with Cobb County coming up on 12 years. She is a certified officer by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council. Previously, she worked as a Task Force Officer for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), as well as the Criminal Investigations (White Collar) Division of the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office. Inv. Stephenson was a Hostage Negotiator for the Cobb County SWAT Team.
State Representative Devan Seabaugh’s own experience as a paramedic influenced his dedication to ensuring that first responders have access to mental health services. He discusses important new laws to keep communities safer as well as how he came to sponsor HB 451, dubbed the Ashley Wilson Law.
The Cobb County DUI Court has not only changed hundreds of lives, but it is estimated to have saved more than $2.5 million in costs to the community since it was started in 2008. Program Coordinator Darcy Kamua and Assistant Coordinator Tiffany Jones share some of the highlights of the program that was recently awarded Model Court status because of the exemplary results in behavioral modification.