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A: The Model Code does not expressly prohibit a judge from speaking with the press. Judges may speak with the press at any time—but not about any matter. Educating the press and the public about the judici...

Ask the Model Code: When may a judge talk to the press?

A: The Model Code does not expressly prohibit a judge from speaking with the press. Judges may speak with the press at any time—but not about any matter. Educating the press and the public about the judici...

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Result pie graph

The survey results are in, and we’re sad to report that nearly two-thirds of judges feel that their standing with the public has deteriorated. Earlier this month our Question of the Month debuted by as...

Judges are feeling less respected

The survey results are in, and we’re sad to report that nearly two-thirds of judges feel that their standing with the public has deteriorated. Earlier this month our Question of the Month debuted by as...

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conference microphones

The Associated Press quoted National Judicial College President Chad C. Schmucker and faculty member John Muffler in a recent story on judicial security. The AP article cited threats made against U.S. D...

NJC faculty quoted by AP, CNN

The Associated Press quoted National Judicial College President Chad C. Schmucker and faculty member John Muffler in a recent story on judicial security. The AP article cited threats made against U.S. D...

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