The federal lawsuit against former Judge Christine Carringer, brought by John Sweeney and Jennifer Frost, alleges a long history of judicial misconduct. One of the most damning allegations from that impeachment petition was the claim that Judge Carringer was accused of falsifying, destroying, and altering court documents. This is not a minor transgression, it is…
We spent years documenting the challenges faced by families in Solano County’s legal system. The vast majority of people who walk into family court are self-represented. They do not have the income, legal education, or network to fight back against judicial misconduct. Many of these litigants are survivors of abuse, already deeply disadvantaged and vulnerable….
Over the years, we have seen a disturbing pattern: when facing serious allegations of bias or misconduct, judges often choose to retire. This is not an act of surrender. It is a calculated and cynical ruse designed to protect their pensions and escape public accountability. When a judge retires in the middle of a controversy,…
What Is RICO? RICO stands for the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. It’s a federal law created to take down criminal organizations by targeting their leaders and finances, not just the people doing the small-time crimes. In simple terms, a person or group can be sued under RICO if they are accused of: For…
Unchecked Power: The Sweeney Lawsuit and What It Reveals About Former Judge Christine Carringer We’ve been hearing about the federal lawsuit against former Solano County Judge Christine Carringer. This lawsuit’s claims go beyond legal disagreements to address a system that allegedly allowed a judge to use her power to destroy a family’s livelihood and violate…
