Ventura County Superior Court
Houska
Judge Maureen M. Houska keeps a copy of the eight pillars of judicial ethics at her Ventura County Superior Court bench to remind her of the importance of her work.
The list includes accepting accountability, being aware of prejudices, and maintaining professional distance. Yet she enjoys moments of levity in the courtroom as well.
"I had a Trombetta motion," she said with a widening smile, "and ... (continued)