Judges and Judiciary
Nov. 22, 2001
Judge With a Temper Also Has Reputation for Fairness
SAN JOSE - Judge Hugh "Rocky" Mullin III does not suffer fools gladly. Mullin, 59, is the presiding criminal judge in Santa Clara County, and he presides over a master criminal calendar in San Jose's Hall of Justice courthouse.




Hugh F. Mullin III
Superior Court Judge
Santa Clara County
Career highlights: Appointed by Gov. Deukmejian, Santa Clara Superior Court, March 31, 1989, elected 1990 and 1996, presiding judge, criminal division, 2001-02; appointed by Deukmejian, Santa Clara Municipal Court, April 23, 1986, elected 1988; deputy district attorney, Santa Clara County, 1972-86; partner, Mullin & Mullin, 1970-72
Law school: Lincoln U...
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