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I am a black pro se litigant and I am fearful and shocked that this judge who has threatened me to dismiss my own civil cases against his lawyer friends at Alston and Bird. Herefused to read or know my case facts while ruling in ways to grant ownership of my black owned Loc N Products business to the big corporate lawyer and Korean and Nigerian clients. He specializes in aiding corporate in stealing black and minority businesses while assuring they duck a civil trial by his order of default or summary judgment rulings that can close the case in corporate favor. It is unheard of that after 18 months of us crying out that he still is over the 2023 case and that he put himself over my two pro se civil cases where I sued the fraudulent and corrupt lawyers and Nigerians and Koreans. He outright stated that if I do not dismiss my two October 2024 civil cases against the lawyers and fraudsters whole stole my black business that he is locking me up until I dismiss my civil cases. He even threatened me to withdraw my trademark application for my brand name Loc N Products or go to jail. I wil not do that as prison is worth fighting for my business and it has been months now and he has not locked me up. It was a threat bluff that he had no legal justification to carry out. Anyone can call me because he needs to be off of that bench and charged. This above is only 25% of what he has done to us black pro se business owners. gwilliamsgee@gmail.com. I have pending complaints with the judicial qualifications committee and the 11th circuit court of appeals and so does other parties in this case.
Civil Litigation - Private
1/1/25
A Disturbing Erosion of Justice: A Critical Review of Judge Otis D. Wright’s Actions in Civil Rights and Crime Victims’ Rights Cases.
The integrity of the judiciary is the cornerstone of public confidence in the legal system.
However, when a judge disregards ethical obligations, allows federal prosecutors and law enforcement officials and manipulate evidence, and actively undermines victims' credibility, the consequences ripple far beyond the courtroom. Judge Otis D. Wright's conduct, as described, is an alarming deviation from the principles that define judicial impartiality and fairness.
Misconduct Overview
Judge Wright is accused of permitting federal prosecutors to conceal and alter material evidence during pivotal civil rights proceedings. This grossly unethical behavior undermines the due process rights of victims, eroding public trust in the judiciary and enabling government misconduct. Furthermore, his unwarranted and defamatory statements targeting victims of government wrongdoing constitute a direct affront to the judiciary’s obligation to uphold fairness and integrity.
Violations of Judicial Canons
Judge Wright’s actions, as alleged, starkly contravene multiple Canons of Judicial Conduct, including:
Canon 1: Upholding the Integrity and Independence of the Judiciary
By allowing prosecutorial misconduct and compromising the fairness of the proceedings, Judge Wright failed to maintain the judiciary's integrity. His conduct suggests partiality and collusion with those seeking to undermine justice.
Canon 2: Avoiding Impropriety and the Appearance of Impropriety in All Activities
Judicial impropriety erodes public confidence. Permitting evidence tampering and making defamatory remarks about victims created not only an appearance of impropriety but a demonstrable betrayal of judicial impartiality.
Canon 3: Performing the Duties of Judicial Office Impartially and Diligently
The duty to ensure impartial justice includes protecting litigants' rights. By overlooking the concealment and alteration of evidence, Judge Wright abdicated his responsibility to ensure fair proceedings and protect victims' rights under both the Civil Rights Act and the Crime Victims’ Rights Act.
Canon 4: Avoiding Extrajudicial Activities That Detract from the Dignity of Judicial Office
Harmful and unwarranted statements about victims not only tarnish the dignity of the judiciary but also expose a prejudiced and unprofessional demeanor unbecoming of a federal judge.
Broader Implications
The alleged actions of Judge Wright represent more than personal misconduct; they expose systemic vulnerabilities in safeguarding judicial integrity. When judges fail to hold prosecutors accountable or actively participate in undermining victims’ credibility, it signals a dangerous precedent. This conduct not only denies justice but emboldens further wrongdoing.
Conclusion
The judiciary is entrusted with upholding the rule of law impartially and ethically. When that trust is violated, accountability is not optional—it is imperative. The allegations against Judge Otis D. Wright demand a thorough investigation by the appropriate oversight bodies, such as the Judicial Conference of the United States or the Department of Justice’s Office of Professional Responsibility.
If substantiated, these actions warrant not only public condemnation but formal disciplinary measures to restore the public’s faith in an impartial and incorruptible judiciary.
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Litigant
12/31/24
Arrogant, discourteous, has her mind made up before she ever hears from counsel and is not shy about saying so. Certainly doesn't leave you with the impression that she will consider your arguments before deciding the case.
Civil Litigation - Private
12/19/24
Another unqualified appointee from Joe Biden. She shouldn't be on the bench deciding crucial cases. She is just awful and doesn't appear to even read motions before her.
Civil Litigation - Govt.
11/23/24
Replace half of the USDC-SDNY with replicas of Judge Caproni and only then will the public and entire judiciary experience what true impartiality, fairness and real equity in law looks like. All one needs is to listen to her hearing testimony, when she was general counsel for the FBI, to get a taste of what to expect from Judge Caproni. Its not what you know. Its what you can prove, beyond a reasonable doubt with Judge Caproni.
Civil Litigation - Private
11/13/24
A revolving door with no opening.
Civil Litigation - Govt.
10/15/24
Litigant
9/14/24
Probably the worst, most unethical, biased Judge I have ever seen. He is what is termed a "result oriented" Judge without respect of the Constitution nor laws. If he were result oriented, that would be one thing. But he lacks the wisdom to get a fair outcome. A disgrace to the legal profession.
Litigant
9/14/24
Other
9/5/24
One of the smartest, best judges on the bench in America.
Civil Litigation - Private
8/20/24
Did an excellent job of achieving settlement in a case with an erratic plaintiff where multiple efforts had failed before. Was well-versed in the nuances of the case, exhibited the patience of Job, and devoted the better part of a day to resolving the matter. I would definitely use her again for settlement.
Hon. Sarah Netburn
This Judge was a pleasure to deal with in settlement. Settled our futures contract case in less than two hours. Smart, practical, and a great sense of humor. Consent to have all cases to which he is assigned heard exclusively by him. He is that good.
Hon. Daniel G. Martin
Judge Hudspeth is one of the finest judges that I have ever been in front of. When he sets a case for trial, he means it; it is going to happen that day. In the jury trial that I handled before him, he paid close attention, was polite and moved us along at good clip. He took extensive notes, was sharp on evidence issues and decisive in his rulings. Judge Hudspeth even drafted the jury instructions and verdict form prior to our charge conference. I was blown away by how into it he was. I hope that I get the chance to try another case in front of him.
Hon. Harry Lee Hudspeth
This judge excells in all areas of his work.
Hon. Thomas B. Russell
You sure are going to have to provide more detail than that to convince me you have a legitimate complaint. I have not seen her on the federal bench, but she was as good as they come on the State Bench, and I doubt she has changed. Even if she made a mistake, there are mistakes and there are mistakes. There are mis-citations and there are mis-citations. There are differences of opinions and there are black and white wrongs. I don't think your comment is due any weight at all. My biggest fear for her is that the system will corrupt her. The federal law is ugly in many respects, and I think it would be hard to remain good in view of such an ugly environment.
Hon. Nelva Gonzales Ramos
Judge Hudspeth is one of the finest judges that I have ever been in front of. When he sets a case for trial, he means it; it is going to happen that day. In the jury trial that I handled before him, he paid close attention, was polite and moved us along at good clip. He took extensive notes, was sharp on evidence issues and decisive in his rulings. Judge Hudspeth even drafted the jury instructions and verdict form prior to our charge conference. I was blown away by how into it he was. I hope that I get the chance to try another case in front of him.
Hon. Harry Lee Hudspeth
I have handled cases representing both plaintiffs and defendants in front of Judge Hughes, and I have not found him to be biased in favor of one side or the other. What Judge Hughes expects, though, is for attorneys who appear before him to be familiar with the facts of their cases and to be prepared to intelligently discuss both the facts and the law of their claims and/or defenses. Judge Hughes does seem to have a tendency to make up his mind early in a case, but I find that his opinion is based on his view of the viability of the claims and defenses, and is not strictly a bias in favor of the defense, as stated by many commenters.
Hon. Lynn N. Hughes
If only we had more judges like Judge Sweet. He is smart as a whip, fair, even-handed and courteous. He is one of the last and greatest 'gentleman judges.' I have been before him multiple times, over a 25-year period, and he is outstanding. I haven't always won, but I have always been treated fairly, and my cases have always been given proper consideration.
Hon. Robert W. Sweet
This judge is very intelligent, with the best, most down-to-earth temperament of any judge that I have ever encountered. He actually welcomes the lawyers ahead of time in chambers, and shakes everyone's hand. I admire temperament more than I do ideology in a judge.
Hon. N. Randy Smith
Judge Fitzsimmons has repeatedly settled complex employment cases for me in a very even-handed and kind way. At one point, she sat for over 40 minutes and allowed a distraught plaintiff to describe in horrible detail what had happened. She was calm, supportive, and effective in bringing the parties together. I've had decisions from her go against me, but they have been well-reasoned and fair.
Hon. Holly B. Fitzsimmons (Recalled)
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