Ga. Code. Jud. Cond. 4.3

As amended through August 8, 2024

Rule 4.3 - Candidacy for Appointive Judicial Office

A judicial candidate seeking appointment to judicial office may:

(A) communicate with the appointing or confirming authority, including any selection, screening, or nominating commission or similar agency; and

(B) seek endorsements for the appointment from any person or organization other than a partisan political organization.

Commentary:

When seeking support or endorsement, or when communicating directly with an appointing or confirming authority, judicial candidates for appointive office must not make any pledges, promises, or commitments that are inconsistent with the impartial performance of the adjudicative duties of the office. See Rule 4.2 (A) (2).

Ga. Code. Jud. Cond. 4.3

Adopted effective January 1, 2016.