THE ORDEAL CONTINUES

THE ORDEAL CONTINUES

Author: Lonnie D. Hammond February 10, 2026 Duration: 56:41
The members of the Vice and Narcotics unit of this city finally have their day in court. All stand in courtroom and plead guilty to all charges. I am the only defendant left. The DA has waited for someone to come forward and say that I have been involved in any criminal act. None have come forward. He has received letters from the convicted officers who tell him I am innocent and have nothing to do with their crimes. His only witness is "Z". "Z" was my snitch and decided to...

Lonnie D. Hammond hosts 50 Years Dealing with the System, a podcast born from his unique, ground-level view of the judicial world. This isn't a theoretical discussion; it's a conversation shaped by decades of direct experience, including his time as a narcotics investigator. Each episode pulls back the curtain on how things really work, moving beyond the courtroom to examine the professional networks and influential individuals who often control the levers of power. The discussions are about the mechanics-how the system is navigated, manipulated, and managed on a daily basis. Listeners will hear candid reflections on the profound ways these structures impact careers, businesses, and everyday life. By focusing on the human elements within this vast framework, the podcast offers a rare, long-term perspective on institutional influence. Tune in for a straightforward, insider's look at the complex interplay between power, procedure, and people. You'll find this podcast a direct and unfiltered exploration of a world that operates just beneath the surface, affecting decisions and destinies in both business and personal realms. It's a deep dive into the realities few see from the inside.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 13

"50 Years Dealing with the System"
Podcast Episodes
MY EARLY MONTHS ON THE VICE AND NARCOTICS SQUAD [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:10
After careful soul searching and convincing myself I had the knowledge, desire and attitude to success, I made the decision to join the vice and narcotic squad. I still had doubt, but these concerns were coming from the…
Decision- To join the  Vice and Narcotics  Squad or Not! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:47
The choice was very simple. Should I join the vice and narcotics unit or remain a public safety officer. There were rumors of misconduct and unfair arrest practices being done by agents. I was residing in the part of the…