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Dakota County Bids Farewell to Judge ‘The Hammer’ McManus After 27 Years of Tough but Fair Justice

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Hastings, MN — After dedicating 27 years to the bench, Dakota County Judge Timothy McManus, known colloquially as “The Hammer” for his stringent approach to repeat offenders, is retiring. As he steps down on his 66th birthday this Thursday, McManus leaves behind a legacy marked by a balance of toughness and fairness, an approach he described not as mean but as a necessary firmness in the face of continued criminal activity. McManus first became aware of his nickname, which implies a no-nonsense attitude in the courtroom, over two decades ago, thanks to discussions among inmates … Read more

Barrow County Judge Steps Down from High School Shooting Case, Cites Need for ‘Efficient Justice’

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BARROW COUNTY, Ga. — A significant development emerged in the trial of Colt Gray, the teenager charged with the fatal shooting at Apalachee High School, as the presiding judge announced his withdrawal from the case. Citing reasons related to judicial efficiency, Judge Currie M. Mingledorff II decided to step down. Mingledorff’s impending retirement and the appointment of his successor, an assistant district attorney within the same judicial circuit, prompted his recusal. The case has been subsequently reassigned to Judge Sarah Griffie. This judicial shift occurs amidst proceedings involving a distressing event that unfolded inside the … Read more

Legal Battle Over Johnny Canales’ Estate Unfolds as Judge Freezes Assets Amid Disputed Claims

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In a legal battle over the estate of the late Tejano TV show host Juan “Jose” Canales, a Texas judge has recently ordered that all assets be temporarily frozen. The ruling came after Sylvia Castillo claimed to be the legitimate surviving spouse, sparking a contested court case over Canales’ estate. Canales, known popularly as Johnny Canales, passed away in June, and his death has since led to complexities concerning his assets and declared beneficiaries. During a court session conducted via Zoom, both Castillo and her legal representative, Steve Lopez, presented their … Read more

From Trump’s Critic to Judge: Allison Greenfield Triumphs in Uncontested NYC Civil Court Election

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New York, NY – Allison Greenfield, a law clerk involved in Donald Trump’s New York civil fraud trial, has clinched a judgeship in New York City’s civil court, stepping into her new role unopposed after a unanimous endorsement from a local Democratic committee in February. At 38, Greenfield was among six candidates vying for an equal number of seats on the court, which adjudicates small claims and other lesser legal disputes. Her campaign succeeded without a primary contest, culminating in her election on Tuesday. Greenfield’s ascent to the bench comes after her tenure as the … Read more