Canons of Judicial Ethics

Canons of Judicial Ethics
A concise statement, in numbered canons of paragraphs, by the American Bar Association, of its views in reference to the principles and ethical standards which should govern the personal practice of members of the judiciary in the administration of their office, offered as a proper guide and reminder for judges, and as indicating what the people have a right to expect from them. Am J2d Desk Book, Document 67.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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