Chapter 11 - Victoria Attempts To Manipulate The County Magistrate Judge
During her initial bail hearing, Victoria appeared before Magistrate Judge Henderson wearing an orange prison jumpsuit. She turned toward the courtroom gallery, flashing a practiced, sympathetic smile designed to evoke pity.
"Your Honor, I am merely a devoted wife caught in a bitter family inheritance dispute orchestrated by my mother-in-law," Victoria pleaded. Judge Henderson adjusted his glasses, staring down at the compiled evidence folder resting on his desk.
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"Mrs. Harrington, or should I say Ms. Sterling, you are facing felony charges for assault, forgery, and grand embezzlement," the judge stated. "Furthermore, federal detainers have been filed due to outstanding fraud warrants out of Illinois."
Victoria’s pathetic facade crumbled instantly, her mouth opening in silent shock as bail was officially denied. The magistrate slammed his gavel down firmly, ordering her held without bond until trial.
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