Raymond Patricco

Raymond Patricco is a Chief U.S. Magistrate Judge who played a significant role in the defamation case involving University of Idaho professor Rebecca Scofield. In June 2024, he determined that the statements made by Ashley Guillard were legally defamatory, paving the way for a jury to assess monetary damages. His ruling emphasized the legal standards surrounding defamation and the importance of accountability in the age of social media.