Wisconsin Judge Faces Federal Charges After Incident
Incident Overview
Milwaukee Judge Hannah Dugan faces federal charges after allegedly helping a defendant exit the courthouse through a restricted area.
On April 18, Eduardo Flores-Ruiz appeared before her on domestic-related charges.
Afterward, immigration authorities planned to detain him due to his undocumented status.
Courtroom Events
Surveillance video shows Judge Dugan “redirected [federal agents] toward the chief judge,”
allowing Flores-Ruiz to leave through a non-public door.
He was seen “running from federal agents,” who caught him outside the building.
Legal Proceedings
Dugan was arrested and charged with “obstructing justice and concealing an individual to prevent arrest.”
She pleaded not guilty, and her lawyers claim she has
“judicial immunity for decisions made while performing official duties.
” A jury trial is set for July 21.
Aftermath and Impact
The Wisconsin Supreme Court temporarily suspended Dugan’s duties.
The case raises questions about “courtroom protocols, judicial discretion,
and the balance between legal procedure and federal enforcement.”
