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Judges and Judiciary

Aug. 3, 2006

Tossing Conviction, Panel Blasts Judge for Inserting Herself in Trial

An Orange County judge scolded six years ago for her unorthodox style in the courtroom returned to the hot seat again this week.

By Laura Ernde
Daily Journal Staff Writer


An Orange County judge scolded six years ago for her unorthodox style in the courtroom returned to the hot seat again this week.
      Superior Court Judge Susanne S. Shaw repeatedly interjected herself into a man's assault trial, prompting the 4th District Court of Appeal to toss out the conviction and order a new trial with a new judge.
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