Judge Refers Masterson Defense Team for Investigation

Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Charlaine Olmedo has referred two attorneys and a private investigator from Danny Masterson's legal team for disciplinary investigations due to allegations of improper contact with jurors following his rape conviction. The judge expressed concern that the defense team had reached out to jurors at their homes and workplaces, despite their personal information being sealed by the court. Masterson, known for his role on 'That '70s Show', is serving a 30 years to life sentence after being convicted of raping two women. During a recent hearing, the judge stated it remains unclear how the defense team obtained the jurors' contact details. The attorneys claimed their actions complied with state law, but the judge noted jurors were not informed of their right to decline any questioning. The situation has raised significant ethical concerns regarding the defense's conduct and its implications for Masterson's ongoing appeal.