Jamal Tooson

Jamal Tooson is a civil rights attorney known for representing individuals and families affected by police misconduct and systemic issues within juvenile justice systems. He gained media attention for his role in advocating for a 17-year-old victim of alleged abuse at Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall, where officers were indicted for facilitating fights between youths. Tooson has described the situation as indicative of a broader culture of violence and lack of accountability within the probation department.