Matlow 'Judicial Conduct' Decison Reserved as Hearing Concludes

From the Toronto Star, on the conclusion of an inquiry into the conduct of Ontario Superior Court Justice, Ted Matlow:

The inquiry panel has reserved its decision. It will report its findings to the Canadian Judicial Council, which will then decide whether or not to recommend to the federal justice minister that Matlow be removed. A decision isn't expected before the spring.

- Garry J. Wise, Toronto

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Inquiry into Conduct of Judge Ted Matlow Continues

The Canadian Judicial Council's Inquiry into Conduct of Judge Ted Matlow resumed at Toronto yesterday. The Toronto Star and Canada.com both have reports.

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Quote of the Day

Adam Dodek and Lorne Sossin:

In Canada, judicial independence is the collective constitutional capital that we frequently draw against to help bail us out of messy problems; we should not take it for granted.

... While governments represent the will of the Canadian majority, judges guarantee the rights of all, even (and perhaps especially) minority groups. This balance, between the legitimate interests of elected governments and the fundamental rights of individuals, is the essence of a healthy democracy. Where judges are vulnerable to the influence, manipulation or control of government, this balance is thrown off-kilter and democracy inevitably falters.

From the Globe and Mail: Why judicial independence matters

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