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- Title
LIONS OR JACKALS: THE FUNCTION OF A CODE OF JUDICIAL ETHICS.
- Authors
KAUFMAN, IRVING R.
- Abstract
The article describes the function of a code of judicial ethics in the U.S. In 1970, the judiciary is viewed as a body of self-regulating individuals according to the canons of judicial ethics. In connection to this, judges are expected to be independent and must not be involved with private political or partisan interests. The two objectives which limit and complement the goal of an independent judiciary include the allotment of a judge's time towards his judicial duties and the delegation to a secondary position of other activities that hinder the ability of a judge to perform his judicial tasks. The use of a code of ethics is aimed at creating rules that will protect the reputation and performance of the judiciary.
- Subjects
UNITED States; JUDICIAL ethics; JUDICIAL discipline; LEGAL ethics; LEGAL professions; FAIRNESS
- Publication
Law & Contemporary Problems, 1970, Vol 35, Issue 1, p3
- ISSN
0023-9186
- Publication type
Article