There’s Justice in Language: The Prosecutor’s Duty to Transgender Victims, Jurors, and Defendants

Authors

Ainslee Johnson-Brown, University of Akron

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2023

Abstract

In this article, Ainslee Johnson-Brown examines the ethical and legal responsibilities of prosecutors in ensuring respectful and accurate language when interacting with transgender individuals in the criminal justice system. The author argues that misgendering and the refusal to use preferred pronouns can constitute prosecutorial misconduct and may infringe upon constitutional protections. The article discusses the implications of such practices on victims, jurors, and defendants, and emphasizes the importance of inclusive language in upholding justice and equality.

Publication Title

Arkansas Journal of Social Change and Public Service

Volume

13

Issue

1

First Page

48

Recommended Citation

Johnson-Brown, Ainslee, "There’s Justice in Language: The Prosecutor’s Duty to Transgender Victims, Jurors, and Defendants" (2023). Akron Law Student Publications. 12.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/ua_law_student/12