Model Code of Judicial Conduct
/ˈmɒdəl koʊd əv ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈkɒndʌkt/
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- (n.) A set of ethical guidelines adopted to govern the professional conduct of judges, aiming to promote integrity, impartiality, and independence in the judiciary.
The state's judiciary revised its rules to align with the latest Model Code of Judicial Conduct.
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- model code of judicial conduct
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This term typically refers to a standardized ethical framework, often promulgated by organizations like the American Bar Association, used to guide judicial behavior and ensure public confidence in the legal system.
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