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Reisig Complains about Judge’s Dismissal of Charges against UCD Protesters

By David GreenwaldOctober 21, 202531 comments

Judge Sonia Cortés dismissed felony vandalism and conspiracy charges against three UC Davis protesters who had spray-painted the university’s Egghead sculptures and other campus property during a 2024 protest, after they paid restitution, completed community service, and participated in educational activities reflecting an understanding of the artwork’s cultural importance.

Judge Dismisses Charges in UC Davis Vandalism Case in Interest of Justice

By David GreenwaldOctober 17, 20258 comments

Judge Sonia Cortés dismissed all charges in the vandalism case involving the UC Davis “Egghead” sculptures, ruling that the defendants had taken meaningful steps to make amends and that the university and museum representatives were open to alternative resolutions rather than criminal prosecution.

Court Watch: Yolo County Judge Denies Release for Mentally Ill Man without Housing Plan

By Neha GopalAugust 25, 20250 comments

A Yolo County Superior Court judge denied supervised release for a mentally ill man facing multiple charges due to the lack of housing and treatment options provided by county services.

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