Man Sentenced to Up to 65 Years for Assaulting Judge in Las Vegas Courtroom
Deobra Redden, 31, has been sentenced to 26 to 65 years in prison for violently attacking Judge Mary Kay Holthus during a court proceeding in January. The incident, which was recorded and went viral, involved Redden throwing himself over the judge’s bench as he faced sentencing for previous crimes. Redden, who has a history of mental illness, expressed remorse for his actions in court, claiming not to be an evil person. Judge Susan Johnson emphasized the severity of Redden’s assault as an attack on the judiciary, despite acknowledging his mental health issues.