Los Angeles County Superior Court
The fires sweeping through Los Angeles County brought new challenges to Superior Court Judge Deborah S. Brazil's already demanding criminal courtroom.
"Last week I was in trial -- jury selection -- and nearly every juror was affected by the fire. The jury pool was excused, and a mistrial was declared. So hard for so many," Brazil said.
Her courtroom handles the gravest of cases -- murder, sexual assault and robbery. Her chambers, lined with folde... (continued)