The “Criminalization and Its Effects” panel at the 2024 Vehicle Residency Summit will explore the significant impacts of criminalizing vehicle residency on individuals and communities. This panel will include a diverse group of experts and advocates who will share their insights and experiences related to the legal, social, and economic challenges faced by vehicle residents.
The panel will delve into the personal and legal consequences of criminalizing vehicle residency, including the disruption caused by ticketing and sweeps, as well as the compounded issues resulting from disasters like the Maui Fire. Discussions will cover the role of advocacy groups such as the ACLU in legal battles, the limitations of federal support, and the influence of real estate policies. Additionally, the panel will examine how current ordinances and parking programs often fail to meet the needs of displaced individuals, highlighting opportunities for prejudice and the challenges of accessing safe parking.
Join us for this important discussion to gain an understanding of the widespread effects of criminalizing vehicle residency and to explore practical solutions to support those affected.
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Panelists
Born in Wailuku, Maui, Hawai‘i, Jessica paddled outrigger canoes for 13 years. An avid fisherwoman, you can find this Mother, sister, and daughter of Hawaiian…
For 38 years, Lisa has been involved in the recovery and reintegration process for those socially, economically, and physically marginalized. Relocating to Maui resident 22…
Reggie has been organizing to fight various attempts to criminalize people living in vehicles in the City of Santa Cruz for the past 3 years.…
Tristia Bauman Directing Attorney at Law Foundation of Silicon Valley Tristia went to law school to fight against the systems that create poverty and inequity.…