Judicial Ethics

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Judges are trained and aware of their ethical obligations. And yet, there are instances of judicial misconduct each year, which can erode the public trust in the judiciary. Using recent cases of judicial misconduct, this course will facilitate discussion on topics like (i) why people act contrary to their stated morals and values; (ii) how might the judiciary implement systems and processes to assist judges in adhering to ethical obligations (e.g., financial disclosures); and what steps might individual judges take to promote ethical behavior within themselves and their colleagues.