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Aug. 7, 2020

Leading the Way

San Diego County (Chula Vista)

Judge Carlos Varela knew he'd have to make tough rulings after being assigned to family law, but he didn't expect to have to decide what a child does for fun.

"I've come across parents that come to court to decide things such as what sports their kids are going to play," he said.

It's moments like that he'll tell parents that they'd be happier deciding how to raise their children themsel... (continued)

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