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Back to EpisodesJudge Suspended for Jailing Lawyer in Court
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Alberta Judge Gordon Yake faces a one-month suspension without pay for wrongfully jailing a defense lawyer during a court session. The panel cited his actions as damaging public trust in the courts. Despite personal distress, Yakes outburst was deemed unacceptable, raising concerns about courtroom control. He later apologized, but the case now awaits higher review.
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