May 29, 2025
How Judge Jerome Haig maps justice in his misdemeanor court
In a misdemeanor courtroom that sees up to 55 cases a day, Judge Jerome J. Haig is rewriting the tone of justice. From trafficking survivors to restitution hearings, he weighs every case with depth, fairness, and an unwavering belief that dignity is not discretionary.
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Los Angeles County Superior Court
COMPTON -- In his chambers at the Compton Courthouse, Superior Court Judge Jerome J. Haig keeps a Peters Projection map pinned to the wall - a version of the world that resists distortion and honors global equity. It's more than décor. For Haig, it's a daily reminder of how truth often lies beneath the surface, and why precision, empathy, and context matter in his courtroom.
"Most maps distort reality. This one doesn't," he said. "It gives y... (continued)
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