Military Police Officer On Arresting Soldiers & War Stories In Iraq | Ricardo Aviles-Aviles

In today's episode, we are honored to have Ricardo Aviles join us as he shares his experiences as a military police officer. He provides a candid look into what it was truly like to arrest fellow soldiers and navigates us through the intricate world of the military legal process. Ricardo also reveals the fascinating journey that led him to establish an interpreting business that collaborates closely with law enforcement agencies, highlighting his unique career path and devastating cases that come with it.

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Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:31 - The RICO Podcast and Learning from Life Stories
00:10:54 - Growing up in Puerto Rico
00:16:32 - Choosing to be a Cop
00:21:49 - Cultural Shock and Language Barrier
00:27:07 - Cultural Differences and Respect
00:32:37 - Prison and the Military
00:38:05 - The Ugliness and Realities of War
00:43:34 - Attacked while on duty
00:48:38 - Marine Corps and Military Investigations
00:54:03 - The Importance of Remaining Silent
00:59:25 - Conducting Search and Seizure Operations
01:04:48 - Frustration with Communication
01:10:31 - Jiu-Jitsu Stories
01:16:17 - Raising a Stand
01:27:20 - Encountering a Child Soldier
01:32:45 - A Compromised Interpreter
01:38:25 - The Reality of DV and Language Services
01:43:57 - Interpreting and the Importance of Awareness
01:49:30 - Learning Slang and Talking to Senoritas