Pennsylvania Code
Title 207 - JUDICIAL CONDUCT
Part II - CONDUCT STANDARDS
Chapter 39 - GUIDELINES FOR ETHICAL CONDUCT IN JUDICIAL CAMPAIGNS
Section 39.8 - Partison political activity

Universal Citation: 207 PA Code ยง 39.8

Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 12, March 23, 2024

(a) Judges who are not candidates for retention or election are also subject to restrictions of political conduct. Canon 7 states that "A Judge Should Refrain from Political Activity Inappropriate to His Judicial Office." A judge should not engage in partisan political activity because it creates the appearance of partiality and is inappropriate to judicial office. He may not hold office in a political organization, make speeches for a political party or candidate unless the candidate is seeking the same office, or publicly endorse a candidate for office.

(b) He may not solicit funds, make contributions or pay assessments to a political organization or candidate. He may not attend political gatherings or purchase tickets for party functions.

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