The murder of my aunt Nelcina Charles at her home in 1995 was a surprise to us. She tried to change her life. After years of drug addiction, Nelcina reached her lowest point. She realized she had to take a positive turn for her children. Nelcina became more involved in her children's lives and began to lead a normal life. As the transition began to improve, Nelcina's life was abruptly taken from her, the police arrived and carried out their usual procedure. However, the murder remained unsolved and her children remained with their grandmother. Before the judgment in Manhattan Criminal Court, there is the quote "Equal and exact justice for all men, whatever their state or creed", intended to extend to my family. Unfortunately, indigent minority neighborhoods have a flawed view of the scope and meaning of constitutional protections, so we were helpless. The quote seemed hollow to me because it did not extend to us. There is a wide ethnic gap between individuals in conflict with the court and the individuals chosen to represent them in court. This highlights the link between criminal justice, crime and economic inequality. Additionally, my family could not afford a lawyer; the case resulted in a dismissal. Without adequate representation, the case failed, evidence was overlooked, suspects were not questioned, and the crime scene was compromised. It is important that individuals understand their rights. Proper education allows individuals to understand their rights, which is necessary for success and society must provide them with this opportunity. My goal in becoming a social advocate is to contribute to the life of my Brooklyn community. Likewise, to stem the growing tide of injustice and... middle of paper... education alone. The harsh reality leaves much to be desired, with success being determined by unfavorable elements, which my cousin never had, where you live, money and education. Limitations prevent individuals from pursuing their growth and career aspirations, which contributed to my cousin being an at-risk youth. Throughout my experiences, I learned that a second chance can bring people who were thought to be lost back into the fold and succeed. I hope law school will contribute to my social activism. Law school will help me in my continued efforts for children's success. Additionally, my advice of course extends to people facing similar circumstances, like my cousin. Society has stigmatized the destitute, cycles have formed and family members remain cut off and their future remains uncertain. I want to serve communities by going beyond the limits set by society.