Judiciary Commission

Louisiana Ballot Measure - Amendment 1

Election: Dec. 7, 2024 (General)

Outcome: Passed

Categories:

Judicial Branch

Summary


Adds five members to the judiciary commission: two appointed by the Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives, two appointed by the President of the Louisiana Senate and one appointed by the governor. Adds "malfeasance while in office" to the list of actions for which the state supreme court can pursue disciplinary action against a judge. Specifies that the judiciary commission is responsible for investigating disciplinary action and recommending disciplinary measures to the state supreme court.

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