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Dear Model Code: What are the rules for judges interested in politics? I want to be involved, but I don’t want to violate ethics guidelines or have my impartiality called into question. Sincerely, Judg...

Ask the Model Code: May I be involved in politics?

Dear Model Code: What are the rules for judges interested in politics? I want to be involved, but I don’t want to violate ethics guidelines or have my impartiality called into question. Sincerely, Judg...

njured African American veteran in wheelchair talks with military psychiatrist. Both men are seen from the neck down. Focus is on the wheelchair.
njured African American veteran in wheelchair talks with military psychiatrist. Both men are seen from the neck down. Focus is on the wheelchair.

Reggie kept his eyes fixed on his shoes and answered my questions in a voice barely louder than a whisper. Defendants often act deferential and docile, but I’d never seen a Marine sound this defeated befor...

Reflections from the Bench: My court rescues veterans suffering silently

Reggie kept his eyes fixed on his shoes and answered my questions in a voice barely louder than a whisper. Defendants often act deferential and docile, but I’d never seen a Marine sound this defeated befor...

Judge N. Patrick Flanagan III, an alumnus and faculty member of the College, passed away on Oct. 6 in Reno. He was 64. At the time of his death, Judge Flanagan was the chief judge of the Second Judi...

In memoriam: Judge Patrick Flanagan

Judge N. Patrick Flanagan III, an alumnus and faculty member of the College, passed away on Oct. 6 in Reno. He was 64. At the time of his death, Judge Flanagan was the chief judge of the Second Judi...

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