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  Daily Journal Staff Writer 

  RIVERSIDE - Judge Michele Levine, presiding over criminal trials here, enjoys delving
  into the detail of complicated cases, especially the interaction with talented lawyers. 

  "Very complex cases are like scheduled surgery," she said. "It's intricate. It's very
  precise. And when arguments by counsel are articulate and we can debate the merits
  of their position, I find that fascinat... (continued)