Unveiling the Judiciary Process: The Challenging Path to Removing a Judge from Their Post
TUCSON, Ariz. – The process of removing a judge from the bench is a challenging endeavor that requires substantial evidence and thorough investigation. In Arizona, where judges are appointed rather than elected, the responsibility of ensuring a fair and impartial judiciary lies with the state’s Commission on Judicial Conduct. The Commission on Judicial Conduct is tasked with investigating allegations of misconduct against judges and, if necessary, recommending disciplinary action. According to the Arizona Constitution, judges can be removed from office for “willful misconduct, wilful and persistent failure to perform duties, or for other grounds provided … Read more