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Jun. 30, 2022

Judge Patricia Kelly sets clear standards for attorneys in her courtroom

Santa Barbara County judge praised for technical proficiency.

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Judge Patricia Kelly sets clear standards for attorneys in her courtroom

Patricia L. Kelly

Santa Barbara County (Santa Maria)

Career Highlights: Appointed Santa Barbara County Superior Court judge by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Aug. 11, 2010; deputy district attorney, Santa Barbara County, 2005-10; deputy district attorney, Riverside County, 1994-2005

Law School: Pepperdine University School of Law
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SANTA MARIA — Judge Patricia L. Kelly knows that most people who appear on her criminal court calendar aren’t having a good time, but she finds pleasure in making sure they have a fair trial.

“I love what I do and I enjoy being a judge, but sometimes it’s hard,” said Kelly, who has been a Santa Barbara County Superior Court judge for 12 years. “You have victims who come in, or people being charged, so it can be very emotional. B... (continued)

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