Establishes the Commission on Judicial Conduct to oversee judicial discipline and mental or physical disability affecting judicial performance.
This bill establishes the Commission on Judicial Conduct, comprised of judicial officers and public members appointed by the Chief Justice and Governor, to oversee judicial discipline and mental or physical disability affecting judicial performance. The commission investigates complaints, conducts hearings, and makes recommendations to the Supreme Judicial Court. It also hires an executive director to assist with duties. The commission can impose sanctions like removal, retirement, or fines.
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