Key facts
- Former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan was convicted of felony obstruction.
- Dugan helped a Mexican national evade federal agents.
- Dugan was spared prison time.
- Dugan was fined $5,000.
- Dugan was acquitted of concealing an arrest.
- The judge cited Dugan's law-abiding life.
- The immigrant was from Mexico.
Former Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan has received a $5,000 fine instead of prison time for her role in helping a Mexican national evade federal agents. Dugan was convicted of felony obstruction but acquitted of a charge of concealing an arrest. The judge presiding over Dugan's sentencing took into account her otherwise law-abiding life when deciding against incarceration. The case involved Dugan assisting an immigrant in evading federal authorities. The conviction for obstruction carries potential prison time, but the judge opted for a financial penalty. This decision reflects a consideration of Dugan's personal history and lack of prior offenses.