The recent violent outburst of Deobra Redden, who attacked Judge Mary Kay Holthus in a Las Vegas courtroom, has led to severe consequences. Redden, who leaped over the bench and physically assaulted the judge, has been moved to solitary confinement as a result of his actions.
Key Takeaway
Deobra Redden, the individual who attacked Judge Mary Kay Holthus in a Las Vegas courtroom, has been placed in solitary confinement following his violent outburst. This isolation comes as a result of his reclassification as a “2C” inmate, the most restrictive classification in the Clark County Jail.
Isolation in Solitary Confinement
Following the alarming incident, law enforcement sources have disclosed that Redden has been reclassified as a “2C” inmate, the most restrictive classification in the Clark County Jail. This classification entails being isolated in a cell without any interactions with other inmates, solitary dining, and minimal time outside the cell.
Background of the Incident
Redden’s violent outburst occurred during a court session where he was being sentenced for a previous conviction of attempted battery with substantial bodily harm. Despite his attorney’s plea for parole, Judge Holthus opted to impose a sentence, triggering Redden’s attack.
Judge Holthus, fortunately, sustained minimal harm, though the incident left her visibly shaken. Another court employee also suffered injuries, requiring 25 stitches to close a head wound.
Legal Ramifications
As a consequence of his actions, Redden is now facing a series of new felonies, including coercion with force or threat of force, extortion, intimidating public officers/others with the use of force, disregard of the safety of person/property, and battery by prisoner, probationer, or parolee.
