Criminal defense attorneys are welcome to use the new message board located at the web site maintained by the Association of Federal Defense Attorneys (AFDA), located at http://www.afda.org The message board was installed on Friday, July 19, and it's there to serve the interests of the defense community. The board should be used strictly for professional purposes, to exchange ideas on the law, ask colleagues for input on strategies, share views or inquire about government agents and witnesses, and so forth. No personal or social conversation, please. You are also welcome to join AFDA online by clicking the "Join AFDA" bar on the home page of the web site. System Operator email to: Operator@afda.org