Ellie Chae

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  • Ellie Chae

    Ellie Chae is a recent graduate of the University of California, Irvine, where she studied Criminology, Law and Society, Psychological Science, and Cello Performance. As a Court Watch intern with the People’s Vanguard, she hopes to deepen her understanding of the legal system while developing her skills in legal research, reporting, and community-centered advocacy. She aspires to attend law school and become a lawyer, using her education and experience to be an advocate for justice and intentional changes within the justice system. Outside of her legal interests, Ellie is a cellist who performs, composes, and uses applied mixed media in the arts. She also served as the former Principal cellist of the UCI Symphony Orchestra throughout her undergraduate career.

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COURT WATCH: Judge Maintains $20,000 Bail Requirement Despite Accused’s Return to Court

An Orange County Superior Court judge upheld a $20,000 bail requirement for a defendant appearing in court after a prior missed hearing, though Judge Anthony C.... Read more.
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COURT WATCH: $2,500 Bail Set in Misdemeanor Drug Case as Court Weighs Jail Credits and Pretrial Release

Orange County Superior Court Commissioner Susan M. Lee set bail at $2,500 for an individual facing two misdemeanor drug charges, prompting scrutiny of pretrial detention... Read more.
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COURT WATCH: Accused Says Repeated Court Appearances Threaten Work as Three Misdemeanor Cases Move Forward

An accused facing multiple misdemeanor cases at the Harbor Justice Center repeatedly informed the court that required appearances were causing employment disruption,... Read more.