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July 9, 2026 Court Hearings: Judge O'Donnell Sentences, Judge Stevens Rules on Indigency, Parole Board Hears Plea + More | TCF Podcast #329

This episode of The Courtroom Files features real court hearings from across the United States. Judge O'Donnell's powerful sentencing of a troubled 21-year-old, Judge Stevens' firm rulings on petty theft and indigency, and a dramatic Louisiana Parole Board hearing. Hosted live by Dan with real-time commentary and reactions as the cases unfold.

• Judge O'Donnell grants a massive break to a young defendant

• Judge Stevens warns that stealing a penny means a felony

• Taxpayer-funded counsel denied for a worker making $25/hr

• Parole Board spares a parolee after fiancee's testimony

• Judge…

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