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The Boston Globe
Judge's note prompts new trial request
A Worcester couple convicted of sex trafficking and related crimes is seeking to have their convictions or sentencing overturned, citing a judge’s gift and note to the victim that allegedly showed bias. The artifacts were given after the verdict during a break in sentencing, prompting claims that judicial favoritism influenced the case. The judge recused herself, and the case is now before a different judge, with the defendants arguing that the judge's conduct tainted the proceedings and warrants a new trial or sentencing.
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