An inexperienced Mexican-American judge who oversees the capital punishment proceedings after the presiding judge departs. He harbors deep misgivings about mandatory sentencing, capital punishment, and the convicted man's guilt, ultimately navigating complex personal and societal pressures while questioning his faith in justice.
Subordinate relationship as Lewis takes over Hockstadter's duties
Lewis oversees Talbot's execution despite doubts about his guilt
Likely mother-son relationship providing personal support
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