Jack Lerner

law professor UC Irvine, co-author of “Rap On Trial: A Legal Guide for Attorneys”

Guest

Director of the Intellectual Property and Technology Law Clinic at the University of Southern California

Jack Lerner on KCRW

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Song lyrics as criminal evidence: NY lawmakers want to impose limits

A legal case involving Atlanta rapper Young Thug is sparking renewed conversation over whether song lyrics should be used as evidence in court.

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