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Judges and Judiciary

Jan. 23, 2002

'Strict Sentencer' Sticks to the Law

SAN FERNANDO - Judge Ronald S. Coen keeps the law in four metal boxes on his bench. "The sun doesn't shine in my court without me citing at least three cases," Coen said. "I cite cases for every ruling I make.

PROFILE
Ronald S. Coen
Superior Court Judge
San Fernando
Career highlights: Appointed by Gov. Deukmejian to Los Angeles Superior Court, July 8, 1987; appointed by Deukmejian to Los Angeles Municipal Court, March 19, 1985; deputy district attorney, Los Angeles County district attorney's office, 1974-85
Law school: California Western School of Law, 1973
Age: 53

By Tamara Scott

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