The Price of Being Poor - How Fines and Fees Entrench Inequality and What Has to Change

Explore the impact of fines and fees on inequality in this 29-minute panel discussion from The Aspen Institute's 2017 Summit on Inequality and Opportunity. Gain insights from Anne Stuhldreher, Director of Financial Justice for the City and County of San Francisco, and Rev. Starsky Wilson, President and CEO of Deaconess Foundation, as they delve into the scope of the problem, its effects on the justice system, and potential solutions. Moderated by Melody Barnes, Chair of the Aspen Forum for Community Solutions, the discussion covers addressing the issue at state and rural levels, offering hope for positive change. Learn about the far-reaching consequences of financial penalties on low-income communities and discover innovative approaches to creating a more equitable justice system.

Intro
The Justice System
The scope of the problem
Addressing the problem at state level
Addressing the problem in rural areas
Solutions
Hope