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Hon. Suchada P. Bazzelle	See Rating Details
Commissioner Juvenile
Millard County 4th Judicial District	See Comments

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* Industriousness		(1=Not at all industrious,10=Highly industrious)
* Ability to Handle Complex Litigation		(1=Awful,10=Excellent)
* Punctuality		(1=Chronically Late,10=Always on Time)
* General Ability to Handle Pre-Trial Matters		(1=Not all Able, 10=Extremely Able)
* General Ability as a Trial Judge		(1=Not all Able, 10=Extremely Able)
Flexibility In Scheduling		(1=Completely Inflexible,10=Very Flexible)

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* Evenhandedness in Criminal Litigation		(1=Demonstrates Bias,10=Entirely Evenhanded)
General Inclination Regarding Bail		(1=Pro-Defense,10=Pro-Government)
Involvement in Plea Discussions		(1=Not at all Involved, 10=Very Involved)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases Pretrial Stage		(1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases Trial Stage		(1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)
General Inclination in Criminal Cases Sentencing Stage		(1=Pro-prosecution,10=Pro-defense)

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* Evenhandedness in Civil Litigation		(1=Not at all Evenhanded,10=Entirely Evenhanded)
Involvement in Settlement Discussions		(1=Not at all Involved,10=Very Involved)
General Inclination		(1=Pro-defendant, 10=Pro-plaintiff)

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What others have said about Hon. Suchada P. Bazzelle

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Litigant

Comment #: UT201
Rating:8.0

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I have my last court date this friday, i've never been in trouble with the law, but my kids have been in state custody for 2 years now. I believe judge bazzlle has been instrumental in hearing my case. The ada has slandered me horribly making me out to be a momster (no typo). I struggle with chronic illness, and my husband was abused in utah state foster care for 11 years before he was adopted by a great family. I was adopted at birth, and my situation got beyond controllable. My wonderful sweet kids who are my absolute WORLD, were in a very bad place. The unselfishness of the 2 WONDERFUL foster families that have loved my kids for the past 2 years and kept them smiling and loved when I couldn't, will be forever in their lives. I want to thank judge bazzelle for giving us even a slim chance to hear our side when one of my witnesses had a family tragedy. I will forever be grateful to this kind judge who granted us a continuance even if we lose. She has been fair and kind. Thank you.

Other

Comment #: UT200
Rating:1.0

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As I said YOU HAVE NO CLUE....And its really sad that she loses little sleep with what she does. While there are children wondering where their families are....

Other

Comment #: UT199
Rating:10.0

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To whom it may concern:

Judge Bazzelle was instrumental in righting a wrong that had been done to person very close to me. She saw what up to that point no one else would, given the difficulty and complexity of the picture, and that takes wisdom as well as expertise. Ten stars. If that makes me "wicked," as some have styled Bazzelle supporters here, so be it. But this black and white, good guys vs. bad guys fortunately doesn't always prevail even in this culture, and I have no doubt that Judge Suchada will lose little sleep over the self-important rants of a deeply disappointed minority.

Other

Comment #: UT198
Rating:1.0

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If you did not sit in her courtroom with my Case then you have no clue what she did or didnt do. But I could have you talk with Dozens and I mean Dozens of people who did sit in on my Case. And as I said in another post, every single one of them walked out dumbfounded on how she was handling my Case. And I also said she was not alone in how it was handled. When all of who ever you are in these posts experience what I did you would do the same thing that im doing now.To make a long story short, She NEVER allowed my Case to be heard. And that is why I am now persuing my case further. I dont want what happened to me to happen to any other Law Abiding Citizen again. And yes I rate her a 1 because in my OPINION thats what she deserves

Other

Comment #: UT197
Rating:10.0

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Agree with the detractors on her that our judiciary is often too powerful and unchecked, but in the case of Ms. Bazzelle she ruled wisely and with restraint contra many of the claims here on a recent matter and for that she has my support.

Other

Comment #: UT196
Rating:9.0

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People, people: Everyone calm down and try not to get personal. The spirit of this forum is, like UT194 said, to give feedback as to the positives/negatives regarding individual judges. Tempting as it is to take shots at individual PEOPLE, such as have bothered us in the past, because of these tragic cases, should be avoided.

Judge Bazzelle performs her duties conscientiously, is intelligent, insightful, sometimes even funny. Frustrating as it is that some cases go on and on, Judge Bazzelle is undertaking her responsibility to listen to all the evidence and to hear both sides. Talk of corruption, power, etc., while it does apply in many cases of corruption here in the US, does not, I believe, apply in Judge Bazzelle's case. What reward could come from her decisions, except to remove innocent children from bad homes and put them in good ones? For these reasons, and not from personal malice, I support Hon. Suchada P. Bazzelle.

Other

Comment #: UT195
Rating:10.0

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It seem you do play stupid games like that cause you keep coming back to rate one star. If people say WHY they like judge Bazzelle it is the same as "speak out has had a good experience." Have you ever thought not evey comment is about YOU? I know who comment 193 is and WHAT SHE IS TALKING ABOUT and it does make sence if you know who it is and if you did you would like judge BAzzelle way better. I don't have a problem with you for not liking judge Bazzelle but you are coming here just to RUN her score down so its hipocrite to accuse OTHERS!

Other

Comment #: UT194
Rating:1.0

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What in the world are you talking about Comment 193??? You obviously have no clue who I am. Because what you said doesnt pertain to me. And it makes no sence anyway. This is a forum to speak out if you have been wronged by a Judge, as well as, has had a good experience. But now I see this has turned into "lets get Judge Bazzelles score higher". Well I dont play stupid games like that! But I have plenty of other place where I can speak out about what she has done! I will never be quiet about it! And yes I have started plenty of things to make right what the Judge did wrong.

Other

Comment #: UT193
Rating:10.0

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I'm grateful to the good judge for having cut out the legs of a dangerous person from under her/him. She/he'd had some credibility before facing Judge Bazzelle simply because she/he hadn't yet overextended to the point that an authoritative figure could call her out on her/his c.r.a.p. I am purposely being ambiguous with the she/he usage because she/he is probably crazy enough to peek in my windows or something. Judge Bazzelle was able to see through her/his garbage and penetrate right to the heart of a person who from vindictiveness was ruining the lives of innocent children simply to settle a grudge with what she/he considered a rival. I wholeheartedly concur with my friends who have said GOD BLESS THIS JUDGE. She is no less than heroic for having faced this stupid bimbo/mimbo down and for using her (the judge's) superior expertise and intellect to reveal and embarrass her/him as a jealous insecure and vindictive ***** for all time. Thank you judge, we need you now more than ever.

Other

Comment #: UT192
Rating:10.0

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Ok. I don't know the facts of you're case but I don't believe judge Bazzelle just had it personally for you so I still think she's a good judge. If she did something wrong like you said you cd sue her? Doesn't sound like you are if it was that clear-cut you wd. The law is complicated, I'm sorry I'm not worth your time I wish you the best!

Other

Comment #: UT191
Rating:1.0

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You are not worth my time anymore...You obviously have not read my posts because you continue to state things I never said. So I will say it only one more time and then I have better things to do. MY CASE WAS NEVER HEARD(NOT EQUAL TIME AS YOU PUT IT).To hear a case you have to be allowed to call witness, cross examine, be able to defend yourself when accusations are made against you, submit evidence ect. Judge Bazzelle never allowed that to happen. And as I said she was not alone in doing this. So I will continue to spend my time fighting for my Constitutional Rights. Have a wonder ful day.

Other

Comment #: UT190
Rating:10.0

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@ut188

I think you have bias' view because EVERYONE does, I do too, you do, and it is not necassarily true that you're opinion is true when you say you did not get equal time, maybe you just FEEL that way because you hurt inside because judge Bazzelle ruled against you. ): I am sorry I don't want to rub it in. ): But in my opinion judge Bazzelle is only doing her job that she is paid to do. She is not an "old boy" lol she is a lady!! ANd when you say bandwagon you are just dismissing REAL opinions from SINCERE people. I will not accuse you of being on anti-Bazzelle bandwagon b/cause I believe you are sincere. 2 sides = 2 views

Other

Comment #: UT189
Rating:10.0

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edit: articulate as well as exhaustive.

Other

Comment #: UT188
Rating:1.0

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How do you think I am BIAS? As I said EVERYONE (and I am a part of EVERYONE)has the right to have their day in Court. I was denied that. That is my Constitutional Right. I am not SLAMMING. I am telling the truth of what happened to me. I would think that any educated person would stand up for their Rights....? And that is what I am doing. I will NEVER stop speaking out on this issue. I will continue to warn people of what goes on in that Courtroom. And Judge Bazzelle is not by herself on this issue. It is all of them (good ol boy) in that Courtroom that play a part. And I never said I was going to sue her. I said these children will. As I said THE TRUTH WILL PREVAIL.

Other

Comment #: UT187
Rating:10.0

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We weren't able to be in court and witness Ms. Bazzelle personally in action, but we followed a particular case closely as it involved matters close to our heart, and we were pleased with Ms. Bazzelle's systematic approach and agreed with her final--to us inevitable--conclusion. We listened to her summary and thought it fair if scathing. At least Ms. Bazzelle is articulate to say the least as well as articulate. Some judges pass down judgement without the benefit of a really detailed explanation of why and how they made their decision. Not so with Ms. Bazzelle. Our prayers are with everyone involved as their is plenty of pain to go around.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: UT186
Rating:Not Rated
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I would like you in real life I am sure. (-; i hope you don't take it personal.

Other

Comment #: UT185
Rating:10.0

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I think you are bias because you're side lost. I am sorry that happened but I won't slam this good judge! You don't understand the legal system if you think you don't just look like sour grapes and any judge would know it if you tried to sue judge Bazzelle. We are not on a bandwagon we are on a train of Truth! lol.

Other

Comment #: UT184
Rating:1.0

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The truth is she does not allow cases to be heard. If yours was heard, good for you.But EVERYONE has that right. Not just who she picks and chooses. That is being BIAS. I as well as other people have the Constitutional Right to have our day in Court. She denies people that right! So again I say if she doesnt have all the info how can she make and educated decision? The day will come when enough people will speak out and I pray things will change. And Yes I said "sue a Judge". If she denied a child to be with their family when there was no evidence to Kidnap them. Then that child has every right to "sue" everyone involved in that kidnapping. As I said before THE TRUTH WILL PREVAIL! BTW that bandwagon is getting pretty full and at some point will collapse.

Other

Comment #: UT183
Rating:Not Rated
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Um, why would you want to "sue a judge, for doing her contitutional job? That is stupid. Judge Bazzelle is not bias but she is a judge in our society and a very good one too! I think before people judge others they should take a look at their own hearts. It was a relief to finally have this be over and to hear Judge Bazzelles words about this that go on the OFFICAL record. Before people begin to talk about the TRUTH they should think that maybe the other side thinks their side is TRUE too and that is why you need a judge who will and who has the education to perceive. There is often truth on both sides and that is why you take it to court. THAT IS COMMON SENSE. THANK YOU JUDGE BAZZELLE YOU MADE THE DIFFERENCE IN OUR LIVES.

Other

Comment #: UT182
Rating:10.0

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Pros for Judge Bazzelle:

A) She is no nonsense. As a grandmother and mother I appreciate this. Courtrooms are emotional places in which otherwise steady, mature adults can descend into a second adolescence. Such behavior is not tolerated by Judge Bazzelle.

B) She is experienced, is solidly pro adolescent and with very pro adolescent credentials. She is respected by her peers and looked to for leadership. She was chair of the Board of Juvenile Court Judges, where she distinguished herself.

C) She is smart and subtle. She is not taken in by sensational claims and looks at all the evidence in a cold, dispassionate light.

D) She has sterling credentials. Information about her education and career can be found online.

E) For all her objectivity and straitlaced professionalism, she cares passionately about the young ones about whom she must make such momentous and life-changing decisions.

We need more judges like Judge Bazzelle. In a world which is rapidly coming to resemble the dark stories of our childhood reading--where monsters and wicked stepmothers verily do exist--strong, moral leadership is a must if we are to survive.

Other

Comment #: UT181
Rating:10.0

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I did not even know this website existed until yesterday, I would have liked to come here before. Judge Hon. Suchada P. Bazzelle is funny, smart and she is good at her job. She is a strong woman and inspired me to want to be in a position like that to help kids. More women should be in positions like hers and she can be an inspiration if you let her.

Other

Comment #: UT180
Rating:9.0

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Hello, I would like to second my husband. I am a mother and it was IMPOSSIBLE to live through this and not feel sorry for the poor family on the other side. It is just a tragedy and there is no other word for it when the law has to intervene in a contentious ugly squabble that is ruining children's emotional lives and their feelings of security. Hopefully they can move on now and find the peace in their new lives that he all want for ourselves. I truly pray that everyone involved in this can be better and stronger for it and that these sweet little children will adjust to their new life, and know that we all love them so much. It is very, very hard. I would not want to judge ANY such case but in this imperfect world it is a necessary evil unfortunately and Judge Bazzelle did her best and I think along with many (many more than posted here today.) made the best decision for the children.

Other

Comment #: UT178
Rating:9.0

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Bazzelle is plenty competent. True I have only experienced one court case before this but at least Bazzelle is vigorous and "with it" unlike the other judge I witnessed, who was too old. Judge B *did* get quite personal at times which I didn't care for. She was like a judge on TV. But she overall, made the right decision, which couldnt have been a walk in the park.

Other

Comment #: UT177
Rating:1.0

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Sounds to me like Someone is getting people to jump on the Bazzelle band wagon. I have followed this site for a year now and in that entire year the number of opinions that have been posted have been half of what has posted in one day. Until you have experienced the Bias that Judge Bazzelle shows in her courtroom you will NEVER understand. I had people in there observing and they walked out shaking their heads saying what the heck was that. So keep that band wagon going but the TRUTH WILL PREVAIL!!!

Other

Comment #: UT176
Rating:10.0

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Oops, I forgot to add a rating. I'm not a lawyer and so won't go through the complicated list on the ratings page; I'll just give my unprofessional opinion as a simple ten stars. (:

Other

Comment #: UT175
Rating:Not Rated
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I'd like to add my support for Ms. Bazzelle. She worked my family's case long and hard and came to what I felt was a just (if not easy) conclusion. She did not accept hearsay as evidence and had a strong grasp of child psychology as well as what may be one of the thorniest areas of modern law. As she read her decision you could have heard a pin drop. I would not want to go through a trial like that again but if I ever do I hope that the judge is as practical, sensible, knowledgeable and plainspoken as Ms. Bazzelle proved to be.

Court Staff

Comment #: UT173
Rating:1.0

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I hope as you sit at your computer, Bazzelle supporter who is not as anonymous as they believe they are - you are taking the time to eat. It's sad to think you're sitting there waiting anxiously for a comment to your actions today so you can have fuel to continue going when your words will affect no one more than a momentary "How sad is that, that they would waste their time because of hate for one side". No rest for the wicked I suppose. More power to you.

Other

Comment #: UT172
Rating:9.0

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We have been so pleased with the honorable judge Suchada P. Bazzelle. There is so much anger and hate in the world (some of it exemplified on this site!), and the judge made a recent decision that was so sound, so thoughtful, and so welcome that it brought tears to my eyes and the eyes of my family! Keep up the good work judge! God bless!

Other

Comment #: UT171
Rating:1.0

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I find it odd with the last 7 posts that they all came in on the same day within minutes of each other. And they all defend Judge Bazzelle. Sounds to me like there was someone not liking the fact that people have a problem with Her. All the things said might be true IF she gave everyone the opportunity to defend themselves and be able to have their day in court. But all she does is hear the AG, GAL, and Caseworker. And makes her decision. It is completely onesided. If you havent heard all the facts how can you make and educated decision that changes a childs life forever. The day will come when these children will know the truth and will sue her and the rest of them for keeping them from their families. I hope there is someone out there that will start an investigation on what is going on in Her Courtroom. I for one will NEVER stop speaking out on what this women has done!

Other

Comment #: UT170
Rating:10.0

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Judge Bazzelle is an even-tempered judicious judge who nevertheless comes to her job with passion and (in my opinion) the highest regard for the truth.

She adjudicates with restraint and with an open heart. I believe that any juvenile to come under her purview is in good hands.

There are always winners and losers in these cases and it must be very hard emotionally to be included in the latter. Nevertheless I believe Judge Bazzelle, though firm, to be honest and smart and I'm glad she's in a position to make a difference.

Other

Comment #: UT169
Rating:9.0

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Being a judge is probably not an easy job in this country. Judge Bazzelle performs her duties with grace and intelligence. As a proud Liberal I stand behind our judicial system, and believe that Judge Bazzelle is an honorable example.

Litigant

Comment #: UT168
Rating:7.0

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Good judge. Only complaint is that she seemed to go on quite a while in her conclusions. I agree with the substance of her conclusions but feel she could have been briefer.

Other

Comment #: UT167
Rating:10.0

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The reason I have decided to rate Judge Suchada P. Bazzelle so very highly is that I feel that, with her, the CHILDREN come first. There are many parents who are narcissists and who feel they are GREAT parents when in fact they are dangerous and reckless. Judge Suchada is able to distinguish these people out and is sure to choose the right parents and the right home for these precious souls to go home to. I thank God in my prayers that there ARE judges like Judge Bazzelle who care more about actual children than the insane egos of ignorant and childish Adults.

Other

Comment #: UT166
Rating:10.0

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no complaints. judge bazzelle can be a little tough but sometimes tough is what you want in our justice system. i too am surprised and yet not surprised by the tenor of some of the comments here. the truth is that a judge always has to decide in someone's favor and of course that means that he or she also decides against some else. those someone elses are usually "unhappy customers" as they say. but you could definitely do worse than the hon. judge bazzelle!

Other

Comment #: UT165
Rating:9.0

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Judge Bazzelle was fair and seemed smart and a good judge of people. I wish more judges in the U.S. were like Judge Bazzelle and didn't ignore our Constitution.

Other

Comment #: UT164
Rating:10.0

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Judge Bazzelle is a sane, practical, professional woman whose first thought is always for the children for whom she is so able and generous an advocate. Take the negative reviews here with a grain of salt. Losers in law as in life tend to insanely resent the source of their humiliation.

Other

Comment #: UT163
Rating:1.0

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This mad woman has got to be stopped. It's too bad there is not a place we can all meet and sue her, what's she's doing is worse than murder. I pray she will be caught, if not a lot of families are going to be destroyed. Does anyone know what she's gaining from this?

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: UT161
Rating:1.0

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This women must be stopped at all costs. DCFS has way to much power as does she. If they can't get you on one thing they will find another. I am being nothing short of blackmailed buy this judge to get my children back who were never in harms way, abused or neglected at any time in their lives. No case has to be proven with this Judge she does what ever she damn well pleases. Neutral third party my ass. No laws have been broken in my case and yet I don't have my children. This Judge is very Bias and has no business being on the bench.

Other

Comment #: UT122
Rating:1.0

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No follow up required on directives Judge gives to state interlopers. Quite a racket the court and state has going to legally kidnap children and provide a stream of "adoptees" to the foster parent system. Until enough families experience the total upheaval inflicted by this Judge and the corrupt system that rips children from their families and then implants that damaging "entitlement" attitude, are willing to stand up and DO SOMETHING about these power-monger family destroying judges then this travesty will continue unchecked!

Other

Comment #: UT120
Rating:4.0

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I'm sure she is a good judge for other people's cases. But for one in particular she has been biased, and broken laws to twist the judicial system to fit her wants. She offers and states her opinions and feelings in court. Which are not pertinent to the evidence or facts included in the case. What her sister did when she was little has nothing to do with the case. What she thinks about how the other party felt has nothing to do with it. There were outrageous rulings made and it was unreasonable. She needs to be taken off the stand so she cannot do this anymore.

Litigant

Comment #: UT119
Rating:1.0

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We all need to stand together to protect other families that may enter her court. What she is doing is legalized kidnapping, we are convinced she has something to gain by stripping children from their families, denying due process, and showing bias. We are our only hope. We have to stand together and do something about this, to protect ourselves, our families, and every family that will come after us.

Criminal Defense Lawyer

Comment #: UT98
Rating:9.4

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The Honorable Suchada P. Bazzelle runs her court in an open, fair, efficient manner which is consistent for the advancement of justice under the law.

She places a lot of weight in her decisions with the juvenile's best interests in determining her decision and opinion.

Judge Suchada is very pro adolescent.

Other

Comment #: UT92
Rating:1.0

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Judge Suchada is very bias & needs to keep her prejudices to herself instead of rambling on in court about something she is totally wrong about- what a worthless windbag!

Other

Comment #: UT89
Rating:1.0

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She is very pro adoption to people outside of family. She doesnt allow your case to be heard. She is very bias in the decision she makes. Something needs to be done about this before more children are legally kidnaped from the blood family that wants them!!!

Other

Comment #: UT85
Rating:1.0

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This judge sits on the bench solely to support the politic and the friends she might have in the attorney general's office. Due process is denied in a majority of the cases before her. She does not do her homework before a case and is known to run people out of the state of Utah because of her treatment.

Other

Comment #: UT62
Rating:1.0

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I feel that she is very biased and that there is a lot of corruption going on in her jurisdiction. I do not feel that she is fair and just. I feel that she should be disbarred.