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LA County judge up for re-election accused of violating ethics rules
Judge Robert Draper
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Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Robert Draper, who is up for reelection in June, is facing accusations of violating ethics rules. A hearing began Monday with the state commission that oversees judicial complaints. The judge says some of the allegations are false, while some are true but missing context.
What are the allegations: Among the allegations, Draper is accused of making statements about race in court that weren’t pertinent to the case, and sending inappropriate photos to colleagues.
Why it matters: Superior Court judges oversee courtroom proceedings and trials across L.A. County. These cases cover everything having to do with state and local laws, including family law, such as child custody and divorces, landlord and tenant cases, and small claims.
Why now: Eleven candidates — of which Draper is one — are vying for your vote on June 2. You can learn more in our Voter Game Plan.
What's next: It's expected the hearing will continue for at least two weeks, but a decision may not come until after the election.
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