Judge Dugan’s Motion for New Trial Acquittal Denied in Milwaukee County

Federal Judge Lynn Adelman issued a ruling on April 6. He denied motions filed by former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan.

Court decision and post-trial filings

Dugan’s defense asked for a motion for new trial in December. They also sought an acquittal after her conviction for felony obstruction.

The federal jury had earlier returned a mixed verdict. Jurors found Dugan guilty on one count and not guilty on a second count.

Facts behind the case

The dispute arose from a courtroom hallway incident on April 18, 2025. Federal agents said they planned to arrest Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, who was in the country illegally.

Agents testified that Dugan directed them to Chief Judge Carl Ashley’s office. Ashley then provided testimony about courthouse policies concerning I.C.E.

Chief Judge testimony and policy questions

Ashley told the court that a draft courthouse policy would not bar I.C.E. from making hallway arrests. He said I.C.E. is not required to check in with his office before an arrest.

The chief judge also said he has worked on a courthouse policy about I.C.E. for months. That policy work followed public questions about courthouse arrests.

Source material and coverage

Details in this report come from new court documents and prior reporting. Additional context was provided by Filmogaz.com.

The case raised broader discussion about courthouse safety and I.C.E. procedures. Legal observers will watch for any further appeals or policy changes.