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Angela J. Davis, Distinguished Professor of Law at American University Washington College of Law, is a leading expert in criminal law and procedure. Her work critically examines prosecutorial power, racial disparities in the justice system, and ethical frameworks for legal practitioners.
- Education: B.A. from Howard University (1978), J.D. from Harvard Law School (1981)
Her research focuses on:
- Prosecutorial ethics and accountability
- Racial justice in criminal justice systems
- Criminal defense strategies
- Mass incarceration and policy reform
Recent publications highlight trends in prosecutorial discretion, progressive criminal justice movements, and systemic racism in policing and prosecution. Articles often intersect with legal ethics, social justice advocacy, and judicial reform.
Scientific awards include:
- Pauline Ruyle Moore Award (2000, 2009)
- Soros Senior Justice Fellowship (2003)
- American University Scholar/Teacher of the Year (2015)
- D.C. Bar Thurgood Marshall Award (2018)
- ABA Raeder-Taslitz Award (2016)
Davis teaches core courses in Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, Criminal Justice Ethics, and Criminal Defense. She actively contributes to national legal organizations like the American Law Institute and Council on Criminal Justice, while serving on advisory boards for justice reform initiatives.
