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    Olney in L.A.

    You Be the Judge

    More than 400 judges sit on the bench in the Los Angeles County Superior Court system. Most are initially appointed by the Governor and stay until retirement unless someone runs against them. Then it's up to voters. We explore the effects on justice.

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    By Warren Olney • Apr 28, 2016 • 7m Listen

    More than 400 judges sit on the bench in the Los Angeles County Superior Court system. Most are initially appointed by the Governor and stay until retirement unless someone runs against them. Then it's up to voters. Robert Greene from the Los Angeles Times talks to Warren Olney about why it's good to check into the candidates before you check their name on the ballot.

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    • LA Times' judicial endorsements

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Jennifer Wolfe

      KCRW Berlin Coordinator

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      Robert Greene

      Los Angeles Times

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