“Don’t Come—Your Sister’s Boyfriend Is a Judge,” My Dad Texted—Monday Morning, He Learned Who Really Was

I am Alexandra Martinez. We share a last name because I am your daughter. I want to make sure you’re aware of this relationship and comfortable proceeding before me. If you would prefer, I can recuse myself and have this case reassigned to another judge.”

The courtroom went very quiet.

My father opened his mouth. Closed it. Opened it again. “I… you’re… continue reading …