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Mar. 23, 2011

Samuel Diaz

Judge Samuel Diaz pushes for accountability, not just from the youths he sees in his courtroom, but also from the institutions that house delinquent kids.

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Samuel Diaz Jr.

Riverside County (Riverside)
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By Jason W. Armstrong

Daily Journal Staff Writer

RIVERSIDE - When Samuel Diaz began hearing juvenile delinquency cases in January, he was shocked at the apathy of the parents of troubled youngsters in his courtroom.

When he asked lawyers or the probation department why many parents didn't show up for their children's hearings, Diaz said he was told they were working or simply didn't have time.

"This was very upsetting to me,"... (continued)

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