In a surprising turn of events, two public defenders, Stephen Sterling and La’Deisha Woods, were held in contempt and fined for alleged misconduct during a murder trial in Baton Rouge. Judge Louise Hines Myers, who presided over the retrial, issued contempt charges against Sterling for disregarding procedural rules and making inadmissible statements. Woods was held in contempt for continuously interrupting the judge and arguing with opposing counsel, leading to her removal from the courtroom. Both attorneys plan to appeal the rulings, with Sterling arguing his advocacy was misconstrued. Judge Myers emphasized the importance of maintaining decorum and respect for the legal process.
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