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Jan. 6, 2025

Judge Michael Washington aims to transform legal system through civil law

From criminal to civil: judge embraces new role at Vista Courthouse

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San Diego County Superior Court

VISTA - In February, Superior Court Judge Michael D. Washington moved to a civil unlimited department at the Vista Courthouse in North San Diego County, an assignment that was a departure from a career spent as a deputy public defender and a judge hearing a criminal calendar.

"Loving it, best job ever," he said, when asked how he was adjusting. "I wish I had known this opportunity was here sooner."

Washington said he sees his position as mo... (continued)

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