Ethics and Conversations
Through Judges Listening, judges step beyond their courtrooms to hear directly from the communities they serve. Judicial ethics allow judges to listen, engage, and educate without crossing into advocacy or compromising neutrality. This helps ensure that every conversation builds trust, reinforces fairness, and reflects the core principles of judicial independence and integrity.
Federal Court Committee on Codes of Conduct Advisory Opinion
No. 118: Ethics Considerations Related to Public Speech and Civic Engagement by Judges
In summary, the Code of Conduct and relevant Committee advisory opinions affirm that judges may choose to engage in a wide range of civic engagement activities, including speaking and writing on core judiciary matters such as advocacy for the rule of law and judicial independence.