Is it legal for a judge to discuss my case with his family members or people unrelated to the case?
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Is it legal for a judge to discuss my case with his family members or people unrelated to the case?
Asked on March 27, 2012 under Criminal Law, New York
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Kevin Bessant / Law Office of Kevin Bessant & Associates
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Judges are usually bound by the ethical standards set by their local Judicial Tenure Commissions or Governing Boards. For the most part, Judges are prohibited from speaking about matters before them with anyone other than the actual parties involved in the legal matter. Speaking outside of these parties to family members and friends are usually prohibited.
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