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Alafair S. Burke is a Professor of Law at Hofstra University's School of Law, where she teaches criminal law and criminal procedure. Her research centers on prosecutorial policies, policing strategies, and the legal treatment of domestic violence. She frequently collaborates with the Department of Justice and state and local prosecutors to enhance prosecutorial discretion.
Her educational background includes a JD from Stanford University, where she graduated with distinction, was elected to Order of the Coif, and served as an articles editor for the Stanford Law and Public Policy Journal. She also holds a BA from Reed College. She clerked for Judge Betty B. Fletcher of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Professor Burke's research explores the intersection of cognitive science and criminal justice, particularly how cognitive bias affects prosecutorial decision-making and plea bargaining. She advocates for reforms in disclosure practices, prosecutorial neutrality, and the use of pattern evidence in domestic violence cases. Her work has been published in leading law reviews including Yale Law Journal, Michigan Law Review, and William & Mary Law Review.
Her recent scholarly output shows a consistent focus on criminal justice reform, prosecutorial ethics, and the psychological dimensions of legal decision-making. Themes across her publications include cognitive bias, procedural fairness, and innovative approaches to community-based prosecution.
- Collaboration with Department of Justice
- Workshops and consultations with prosecutors nationwide
- Advocacy for evidence-based prosecution reforms
She is also the author of 12 bestselling crime novels, bridging her academic expertise with public engagement through fiction. Though no formal advisees are listed, her influence extends through legal education and policy impact.
