High court reprimands judge

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She is cited for her attitude, unfairness

The Michigan Supreme Court publicly reprimanded Eastpointe District Judge Norene Redmond on Thursday for mistreating people in court.

The high court cited Redmond for demonstrating a "severe attitude" toward witnesses and litigants, setting "grossly excessive" bail for defendants and a "persistent failure to treat persons fairly and courteously."

"I have always done what I believe is right for the community and I will continue to do so," Redmond said in statement. "I know that I can put my head on my pillow tonight and be at peace with the decisions that I made."

The Michigan Judicial Tenure Commission recommended the censure in July based on the judge's conduct in three cases.

In 2005, Redmond set $750,000 and $1 million bonds for two men who were charged with taking $800 cash from the home of a 90-year-old woman and charging her an excessive amount -- $3,000 -- for a paint job. They eventually pleaded guilty to reduced charges and were sentenced to probation in Circuit Court.

Detroit Free Press

Well, a public tongue lashing should make all of the defendants whole. :sarcasm:

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1. Don't make noise either.

In a 2006 case that attracted national attention, Redmond sentenced Carmen Granata, a 23-year-old veterinary technician, to 30 days in jail, 2 years of probation, 100 hours of community service and daily alcohol tests for hosting a loud party at her home.

That must have been a hell-of-a party.

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2. Sounds like she would make entertaining court teevee that rivals Judge Judy. nt