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Oklahoma Judge Caught Texting in Court during Murder Trial
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Oklahoma Judge Caught Texting in Court during Murder Trial

An Oklahoma judge has been caught in a scandal that has rocked the legal community. District Judge Traci Soderstrom, presiding over a high-profile murder trial, was found to have sent over 500 texts to her bailiff during the proceedings. These texts included personal comments about the prosecuting attorney, mocking remarks, and even references to the prosecutor's genitals. As a result of this egregious behavior, Judge Soderstrom has resigned from her position and will never again seek a judicial office in Oklahoma. The scandal came to light when security footage from the courtroom revealed Judge Soderstrom constantly texting or messaging on her cellphone. These actions took place during crucial moments of the trial, such as jury selection, opening statements, and witness testimonies. Th...