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What is the main purpose of ensuring equality of treatment before the courts?
What is the main purpose of ensuring equality of treatment before the courts?
If a judge demonstrates bias towards a person based on irrelevant grounds, what does it violate?
If a judge demonstrates bias towards a person based on irrelevant grounds, what does it violate?
What is expected from judges in terms of considering all individuals involved in a legal matter?
What is expected from judges in terms of considering all individuals involved in a legal matter?
In the context of judicial duties, what should a judge require lawyers to refrain from?
In the context of judicial duties, what should a judge require lawyers to refrain from?
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What should a judge not permit court staff or others influenced by them to do in a legal matter?
What should a judge not permit court staff or others influenced by them to do in a legal matter?
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What does a judge's manifestation of bias or prejudice towards any person risk in judicial duties?
What does a judge's manifestation of bias or prejudice towards any person risk in judicial duties?
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Study Notes
Equality of Treatment Before Courts
- Ensures fair and impartial legal proceedings for all individuals.
Judicial Bias
- Violates the principle of impartiality and undermines the integrity of the legal system.
Judge's Obligations
- Judges must treat all parties involved in a legal matter with fairness and respect, regardless of their background, beliefs, or any other irrelevant factors.
Lawyer Conduct
- Judges should require lawyers to refrain from any actions that could prejudice the outcome of a case or undermine public confidence in the justice system.
Court Staff Influence
- Judges should prevent court staff or individuals influenced by them from acting in a way that could compromise the fair and impartial administration of justice.
Unacceptable Manifestation of Bias
- A judge's demonstration of bias or prejudice risks undermining the public's trust in the judiciary and the integrity of legal proceedings.
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Test your knowledge on judicial ethics, including impartiality and equality before the courts. Explore topics like influencing judges, awareness of diversity, and ensuring equal treatment for all individuals.
