Jefferson County Probate Judge suspended, accused of misconduct and abuse

Jefferson County Probate Judge Yashiba Blanchard was suspended from her duties following a state complaint that accuses her of several infractions including bullying and misconduct.

The 120-page complaint lists numerous accusations against the first-term judge including several violations of professional and judicial conduct.

The list includes exhibiting bias against lawyers appearing before her, failing to discharge her duties, failing to follow the law and harassment and retaliation against her court staff…

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