"Mark Sedlander, the defense attorney, expressed concern over the actions of the ICE agents, stating, 'First and foremost, I'm concerned about my client, period, and second about people's willingness to participate in our judicial system, whether it's criminal or civil.'"
"The agents surrounded Olivar and did not identify themselves or display a warrant, leading to confusion and concern among the legal representatives present in the courtroom."
ICE agents removed Orlando Olivar, an accused MS-13 shotcaller, from a federal courtroom after a pre-trial hearing, surprising the judge and defense attorneys. The agents did not identify themselves or show a warrant. This incident raises concerns about the willingness of witnesses and defendants to participate in the judicial system. Olivar is charged with serious offenses, including racketeering conspiracy and drug distribution, and is now held at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center, despite pleading not guilty.
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