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Dakota County Judge's 'Insensitive,' 'Demeaning' Jokes Earn Him Reprimand
A Dakota County Judge has been reprimanded for making tasteless jokes during a 2011 jury trial.

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A Dakota County Judge has been reprimanded for making tasteless jokes during a 2011 jury trial.

A Dakota County Judge has been reprimanded for making tasteless jokes during a 2011 jury trial.
A Dakota County Judge has been reprimanded for making tasteless jokes during a 2011 jury trial.
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Remembering those who have passed away.
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