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M. Code Jud. Conduct R. 2.2

Impartiality and Fairness; Upholding the Law

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A judge shall uphold and apply the law, and shall perform all judicial and

administrative duties promptly, fairly, and competently. An error of law in a

judicial decision, whether recognized on appeal or not, shall not constitute a

violation of this Code unless the judge’s action demonstrates willful or repeated

disregard of explicit requirements of the law.

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Source: courts.maine.gov
Retrieved: 2026-09-24
Edition: 2026-09-24
Content hash: 514c2e332307dccec56af33458d8834e15c337ab9f6ccfbdb0e9d8c8e87c667a

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