Pierce County Superior Court Judge Michael Hecht has taken the stand in his trial.
Hecht, who is charged with felony harassment and patronizing a prostitute, started testifying at 10:45 a.m.
Courts reporter Adam Lynn is inside the courtroom and will report on what Hecht says.
For previous coverage of the Hecht trial, go here.
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