Crime

L.G. Bingham discusses his work as a lawyer representing criminals and capital murder cases, and his time teaching at police academies. He shares his memories of Ogden and 25th Street, including the presence of prostitution and gambling, and discusses his time at Weber State University as a lecturer and professor in criminal justice. The interview took place on August 5, 2013.

Lynn Craine, a former inmate at a federal penitentiary, discusses his experiences with crime and the justice system. The interview took place on August 28, 1971.

Joseph Lavine, an inmate of the Weber County jail, discusses his experiences with crime and punishment. The interview took place on August 12, 1971.

Former governor and mayor, J. Bracken Lee discusses his career and his political views. He argues for wider latitude with vice and against the liquor commission, especially during his years in Price. He also talks about friendships with leaders of the LDS Church and his various campaigns for public office. He tells about his friendship with outlaw Matt Warner and Warner’s purported friendship with Butch Cassidy. The interview took place on May 21, 1971.

Sharon Kaye May, a Weber County jail inmate, shares her life experiences and run-ins with the law. The interview took place on August 12, 1971.

Carol Jean Scott discusses the criminal justice system and drugs and prostitution in Ogden. The interview took place on August 12, 1971.

Darletha Scott discusses prostitution, the Ogden Police Department, and racism in Ogden. The interview took place on August 28, 1971.

Bill Stansbury, a veteran and current inmate, discusses his experiences in Vietnam and with marijuana, as well as his views on the criminal justice system. The interview took place on August 6, 1971.

Gerald Tuggle, currently an inmate, discusses his history of passing bad checks, using drugs, and spending time incarcerated in Wisconsin and in Utah. The interview took place on August 11, 1971.