The finding of a violation is a positive step, but the remedy imposed fell short." - Deputy Public Defender Karina Alvarez
Superior Court Judge Benjamin Wiliams refused to dismiss or reduce charges, considering their gravity, despite acknowledging discrimination in the case."
"This can't be a pendulum that swings wildly one way or another... The cure can't kill the patient." - Judge Williams
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