Judicial misconduct |
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| Authors: | Evan Bell |
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| Affiliation: | 1. Master, Queen's Bench and Matrimonial Divisions , Supreme Court of Judicature , Northern Ireland Ebell.rcj@courtsni.gov.uk |
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| Abstract: | Although judges are subject to the same human frailty as all other members of society, they must expect their conduct to be the subject of constant public scrutiny. This article examines instances of judicial misconduct in the USA. It considers various aspects of misconduct including humour, courtroom management, denigration of lawyers, racist speech, sexual harassment, acceptance of gifts, alcohol misuse, and financial conduct. These illustrations of misconduct by judicial colleagues are intended to serve as cautionary tales from which judges in other jurisdictions can learn lessons as they to seek to act in a manner that promotes public confidence. |
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