If state judicial conduct commissions find merit to a complaint about a judge, they often implement formal sanctions immediately.

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State judicial conduct commissions will conduct an investigation to determine the validity of the complaint before implementing any sanctions. It may take several weeks or months to complete the investigation and hold a hearing, during which time the judge will continue to serve in their position. If the commission determines that the complaint is valid, it may then impose sanctions, which can range from a reprimand to removal from the bench.

If State Judicial Conduct Commissions Find Merit to a Complaint