Disciplinary Counsel v. Karto

Citations

• 2002 Ohio 61
• 94 Ohio St. 3d 109

Syllabus

Judges — Misconduct — Six-month suspension including suspension from judicial office without pay for the term of the suspension — Failing to uphold the integrity and independence of the judiciary — Failing to comply with the law and act in a manner that promotes public confidence in the integrity of the judiciary — Failing to disqualify himself when he knows he is likely to be a material witness — Failing to be faithful to the law and maintain professional competence — Use of outdated statute or rule book at sentencing — Failing to dispose of all judicial matters promptly, efficiently, and fairly — Engaging in conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice — Failing to perform the duties of the office impartially and diligently — Engaging in ex parte communications — Failing to disqualify himself when his impartiality might reasonably be questioned.