Conn. Code Jud. Conduct R. 1.2

History

(Effective Jan. 1, 2011.) COMMENT: (1) Public confidence in the judiciary is eroded by improper conduct and conduct that creates the appearance of impropriety as defined in this Rule. This principle applies to both the professional and personal conduct of a judge. (2) A judge should expect to be the subject of public scrutiny that might be viewed as burdensome if applied to other citizens and must accept the restrictions imposed by the Code. (3) Conduct that compromises the independence, integrity, and impartiality of a judge undermines public confidence in the judiciary. Because it is not practicable to list all such con- duct, the Rule is necessarily cast in general terms. (4) Judges may initiate or participate in activities that pro - mote ethical conduct among judges and lawyers, support pro- fessionalism within the judiciary and the legal profession, and promote access to justice for all. (5) A judge may initiate or participate in community activities for the purpose of promoting public understanding of and confi- dence in the administration of justice. In conducting such activi- ties, the judge must act in a manner consistent with this Code. Canon 1. A Judge Shall Uphold and Promote the Independence, Integrity, and Impartiality of the Judiciary, and Shall Avoid Impropriety and the Appearance of Impropriety. Rule 1.1. Compliance with the Law 1.2. Promoting Confidence in the Judiciary 1.3. Avoiding Abuse of the Prestige of Judicial Office Canon 2. A Judge Shall Perform the Duties of Judicial Office Impar- tially, Competently, and Diligently. Rule 2.1. Giving Precedence to the Duties of Judicial Office 2.2. Impartiality and Fairness 2.3. Bias, Prejudice, and Harassment 2.4. External Influences on Judicial Conduct or Judgment 2.5. Competence, Diligence, and Cooperation 2.6. Ensuring the Right To Be Heard 2.7. Responsibility To Decide 2.8. Decorum, Demeanor, and Communication with Jurors 2.9. Ex Parte Communications 2.10. Judicial Statements on Pending and Impending Cases 2.11. Disqualification 2.12. Supervisory Duties 2.13. Administrative Appointments 2.14. Disability and Impairment 2.15. Responding to Judicial and Lawyer Misconduct 2.16. Cooperation with Disciplinary Authorities Canon 3. A Judge Shall Conduct the Judge’s Personal and Extraju- dicial Activities To Minimize the Risk of Conflict with the Obligations of Judicial Office. Rule 3.1. Extrajudicial Activities in General 3.2. Appearances before Governmental Bodies and Consul- tation with Government Officials 3.3. Testifying as a Character Witness 3.4. Appointments to Governmental Positions 3.5. Use of Confidential Information 3.6. Affiliation with Discriminatory Organizations 3.7. Participation in Educational, Religious, Charitable, Fra- ternal, or Civic Organizations and Activities 3.8. Appointments to Fiduciary Positions 3.9. Service as Arbitrator or Mediator 3.10. Practice of Law 3.11. Financial, Business, or Remunerative Activities 3.12. Compensation for Extrajudicial Activities 3.13. Acceptance and Reporting of Gifts, Loans, Bequests, Benefits, or Other Things of Value 3.14. Reimbursement of Expenses and Waivers of Fees or Charges 3.15. Reporting Requirements Canon 4. A Judge Shall Not Engage in Political or Campaign Activ- ity that Is Inconsistent with the Independence, Integrity, or Impartiality of the Judiciary Rule 4.1. Political Activities of Judges in General 4.2. Activities of Judges as Candidates for Reappointment or Elevation to Higher Judicial Office 4.3. Activities of Judges Who Become Candidates for Pub- lic Office