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Ex-Milwaukee Judge Dugan avoids prison in ICE obstruction case
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Key Points:
- Former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan was sentenced to a $5,000 fine without jail time or probation by U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman, despite federal guidelines recommending incarceration.
- Judge Adelman cited Dugan’s lifetime of public service and lack of correctional treatment needs, emphasizing that the punishment should fit the offender, not just the crime.
- Dugan was convicted for directing federal agents away from her courtroom and helping Eduardo Flores-Ruiz temporarily avoid arrest by escorting him through a private jury door.
- Dugan maintained she acted without malicious intent, aiming to uphold courtroom safety and justice during her nine years as a judge.
- Prosecutors argued the case involved an abuse of trust and institutional harm, while defense attorneys requested time served.
