Legal Question in Legal Ethics in Virginia
Is it a conflict of interest for a judge to rule on a case where the arresting officer is a deputy sheriff in the same sheriff dept that provides protection for the judge. Could one conclude that a judge may be reluctant to rule against a deputy because it may limit the protection that may be giving said judge. A smart dog know not to bite the hand that feeds him. When you consider the strong brotherhood of members of the police I think there is a strong argument here.
Asked on 3/02/11, 8:01 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
No, a judge is suppose to be able to look beyond such parochial
considerations in judging a case.
Answered on 3/02/11, 9:21 pm
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