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Sep. 23, 2012

Eric M. Nakata

Judge Eric Nakata keeps lawyers in his court on their toes while he enjoys watching them battle.

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Eric M. Nakata
San Bernardino County (Victorville)

By Pat Alston

Daily Journal Staff Writer

VICTORVILLE - In his 17 years on the bench, Judge Eric M. Nakata has presided over 192 jury trials. He's already in his 12th felony trial this year.

The former prosecutor is so busy in fact that while one jury is deliberating, he's starting another criminal case.

"We are constantly in trial," he said.

With the exception of probate, Nakata has handled every type of court assignment... (continued)

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