OPINION
McKEE, Chief Judge.
Vincent A. Colianni appeals from the magistrate judge's order finding that he violated ABA Model Rule of Professional Conduct Rule 3.5 by initiating post-verdict contact with a juror. For the reasons explained below, we hold that the judge abused his discretion in reaching that conclusion and sanctioning Colianni for his conduct. We further find that the judge denied Colianni's due process rights by not following the disciplinary...
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