NY judge accused of using racial slurs could be removed from the bench

NY judge accused of using racial slurs could be removed from the bench

"It is troubling that (Jones) appeared not to recognize the impact of his powerful position...and the inappropriateness of using a racial slur."

Canandaigua Judge Removed Over Racial Remarks, Bias Findings

The New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct has determined that a Canandaigua Town Court judge should be removed from office following findings of repeated racial remarks and inappropriate comments made both off the bench and during court proceedings. In a determination dated March 12, the commission found that Judge Walter W. Jones engaged in […]