William E. Fitzpatrick

William E. Fitzpatrick is a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Eastern District of Virginia. He is known for presiding over various cases, including high-profile legal matters involving immigration and gang-related offenses. Recently, he granted the Justice Department's motion to dismiss charges against Henrry Josue Villatoro Santos, an alleged MS-13 gang leader, while acknowledging the government's authority in such matters and suggesting avenues for the defense to explore regarding deportation processes.