Man Filmed Harassing Vegas Judge Sentenced for Separate Assault
- A man named Deobra Delone Redden who attacked a Nevada judge in court was sentenced to up to four years in state prison. The sentence was in connection to an attempted battery charge dating to the previous year. Despite his behavior leading to an abrupt halt of his sentencing process, the judge clarified that the sentence was not modified due to the defendant’s actions.
- Deobra Delone Redden could be paroled in 19 months depending on his behavior and parole board decisions. Redden is also set to face 15 new felony and misdemeanor charges related to the courtroom attack, which could potentially lead to a much longer prison sentence. His lawyer will not represent him during this subsequent trial due to his direct witness of the courtroom attack.
- Redden is reported to have been diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. His family members assert that his mental health struggle and lack of recent treatment contributed to his violent actions. However, the Clark County District Attorney noted Redden’s extensive criminal record including three felony convictions and nine misdemeanors, arguing that he was given too many chances and the community needs protection.
Man Sentenced in Nevada After Attacking Judge
A man who assaulted a Nevada judge on a video last week appeared before the same judge on Monday, shackled and closely watched. He was sentenced to up to four years in state prison.
The sentence relates to an attempted battery charge from last year, which the defendant, Deobra Delone Redden, pled guilty to in November. He was being sentenced on January 3 when he attacked the judge. Clark County District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus stated, “I am not changing or modifying the sentence I was imposing last week before I was interrupted,” as Redden stood in shackles, surrounded by jail security guards.
The sentence could last up to four years, but Redden could be paroled in 19 months, depending on his behavior in prison and parole board decisions.
Redden, who faces 15 new felony and misdemeanor charges related to the courtroom assault, could face decades in prison if convicted. He is set to appear before a different judge Tuesday.
Shortly before the attack, Redden declared that he was “in a better place” mentally and did not believe he should be jailed. When the judge indicated her intention to imprison him, he jumped over the defense table and attacked her.
Several court officers and staff members had to wrestle Redden off the judge. One marshal was hospitalized with injuries. Redden’s family members reported that he has been diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. However, court records show he was found competent to stand trial.
Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson mentioned Redden’s criminal history of three felonies and nine misdemeanors, primarily involving violent acts, and emphasized the need to protect the community.
Redden remained jailed Monday on $54,000 bail pending his Tuesday court appearance on charges including attempted murder and battery on a protected person, concerning the judge and officers who assisted her.
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