YG
Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers
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Chief federal judge in California known for being incisive and direct.
Notable Quotes
"We strongly disagree with these allegations and are confident the evidence will show our longstanding commitment to supporting young people."View Story →
"That's not how it works."View Story →
"Let's remind everyone in the courtroom that you are not a lawyer."View Story →
"There was a substantial amount of evidence to support the jury’s finding, which is why I was prepared to dismiss on the spot."View Story →
"I think there’s a substantial amount of evidence to support the jury’s finding, which is why I was prepared to dismiss on the spot."View Story →
"I think there is a substantial amount of evidence to support the jury’s findings."View Story →
"There’s a substantial amount of evidence to support the jury’s finding, which is why I was prepared to dismiss on the spot."View Story →
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