Judging the Judges: Wisconsin Judicial Commission 2005 Annual Report

Hannah C. Dugan in the Wisconsin Lawyer

As an elected branch of Wisconsin government, the judiciary overwhelmingly comports itself with all the integrity and impartiality that the public expects. However, when judicial conduct adversely affects public confidence in the judiciary and the administration of justice, the Wisconsin Judicial Commission addresses the conduct by applying the Code of Judicial Conduct. This article provides an overview of Wisconsin Judicial Commission operations and highlights portions of its calendar year 2005 Annual Report.