Dennis P. Riordan collection of Johnny Spain trial and parole records, 1967-1990

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Summary

Abstract:
Legal documents related to criminal appellate attorney Dennis P. Riordan's defense of Johnny Spain, one of the San Quentin Six. The bulk of the documents consist of trial transcripts, but there are also records related to Spain's parole hearings.
Extent:
10.4 linear feet (8 cartons, 1 box)
Language:
English .
Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], Dennis P. Riordan collection of Johnny Spain Trial and Parole records, BANC MSS 2024/121,The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.

Background

Scope and content:

Legal documents related to criminal appellate attorney Dennis P. Riordan's defense of Johnny Spain, one of the San Quentin Six. The bulk of the documents consist of trial transcripts, but there are also records related to Spain's parole hearings. Original order was maintained

Acquisition information:
The collection was given to The Bancroft Library in 2023
Processing information:

Arranged to the folder and carton levels

Processed by Marjorie Bryer and Bancroft staff in 2024

Accruals:

No future additions are expected.

Physical location:
Many of the Bancroft Library collections are stored offsite and advance notice may be required for use. For current information on the location of these materials, please consult the library's online catalog.
Rules or conventions:
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Access and use

Restrictions:

Cartons 1-7 are open for research. Carton 8 and Box 1 include restricted personal information and are closed to researchers until 2041.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

[Identification of item], Dennis P. Riordan collection of Johnny Spain Trial and Parole records, BANC MSS 2024/121,The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley.

Location of this collection:
University of California, Berkeley, The Bancroft Library
Berkeley, CA 94720-6000, US
Contact:
510-642-6481
bancref-library@berkeley.edu
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