The judge unilaterally authorized the release of a criminal defendant on personal bond, after the defendant had been magistrated and had his surety bond set at $15,000 by another justice of the pea...
In one case, although the judge explained to a pro se litigant that he could not engage in an ex parte discussion with her, he continued to respond to her questions and criticisms, and asked her “A...
The judge was unaware that she failed to follow established procedures in handling post-trial matters in a civil lawsuit. [Violation of Canon 3B(2) of the Texas Code of Judicial Conduct.] Private...
The judge filed a grievance against defense counsel which was motivated, in part, by his expressed desire to get “aggressive” with counsel. Additionally, the judge ordered an additional, more oner...
The judge improperly handled several aspects of a civil suit filed in the judge’s court, including the failure to timely issue citation, the failure to document the sending of hearing notices, and ...
The judge engaged in an improper ex parte communication when he placed phone calls and considered testimony from witnesses who were not before the court. [Violation of Canon 6C(2) of the Texas Code...
During a summary judgment hearing in a suit on a note, the judge failed to accord plaintiffs respect and dignity when he disparaged them in court by comparing them and their legal claims to “Scroog...
The judge’s arrest for suspicion of driving while intoxicated became publicly known in his community. Although no criminal charges were ever filed against him in connection with this incident, the...
