Criminal The Petition
4 snips
Sep 6, 2024 
Madison Smith, a courageous rape survivor, delves into her inspiring journey for justice after facing harsh skepticism from the legal system. She uncovers a loophole in a Kansas law that allows citizens to pursue their own grand jury. Madison shares the emotional turmoil of navigating trauma and the institutional challenges she faced. Her advocacy story underscores the need for community support and highlights innovative approaches to aid victims of sexual assault, exemplifying resilience and determination in the fight for justice.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Madison's upbringing
- Madison Smith grew up in Lindsborg, Kansas, a small town with a close-knit community.
- She felt close to her parents and described them as feeling like best friends.
The Assault
- Madison Smith describes the night of the assault, starting consensually but escalating to strangulation and other non-consensual acts.
- She recounts the physical violence, the perpetrator's dismissive comment, and her initial confusion about what happened.
Disclosing to Parents
- Madison Smith reveals the assault to her parents after returning home.
- Her mother, Mandy Smith, describes the shock and immediate questions that followed Madison's disclosure.