Judges are subject to rigorous codes of ethical conduct and can be removed from the bench or disbarred if they’ve violated those codes.
With guidance from a distinguished advisory board, the Center for Judicial Ethics at the National Center for State Courts equips state conduct commissions with research and training that support their work investigating complaints of judicial misconduct. As a clearinghouse, the center also tracks information about who serves on conduct commissions, how they conduct their business and what types of sanctions they issue or recommend. Discover how judges are held accountable in their states by visiting our resources and articles.
Contact: Director David J. Sachar, (757) 259-1837, or Director Emeritus Cynthia Gray, (703) 841-6914