magistrate
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US magistrate Judge William Fitzpatrick cited Rush's professional career in deciding he was a flight risk.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
A long-serving magistrate who rammed a woman out of the way while attempting to park in a hospital disabled bay has been given a suspended prison sentence.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
In court documents tied to a different case, in October 2025, a magistrate judge mentioned “an unrelated white-collar investigation involving the Governor of Puerto Rico.”
From Salon • May 6, 2026
When it comes to immigration enforcement and schools, “when presented with a valid warrant signed by a federal judge or magistrate, school officials are obligated to comply and not to interfere,” Mattammal said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
"You are painting that beam with water!" the magistrate said.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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