Judge reprimanded for disagreement with Appeals Court decision
July 31, 2026
A judge has been reprimanded for misconduct and public disagreement with a decision from the Court of Appeals. The situation arose after her ruling to release a defendant, which the Appeals Court overturned. Despite complying with the Appeals Court's orders, the judge expressed her dissent publicly, prompting a disciplinary investigation. The Supreme Judicial Council determined she was guilty on two of the charges. The decision to impose a penalty has been criticized as controversial because the process was conducted by the president of the Appeals Court.