Haw. Code. Jud. Cond. 2.5

As amended through September 30, 2024

Rule 2.5 - Competence, Diligence, and Cooperation

(a) A judge shall perform the duties of judicial office competently and diligently.

(b) A judge shall cooperate with other judges and court officials in the administration of court business.

Haw. Code. Jud. Cond. 2.5

COMMENT:

[1] Competence in the performance of the duties of judicial office requires the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness, and preparation reasonably necessary to perform a judge's responsibilities of judicial office.

[2] RESERVED.

[3] Prompt disposition of the court's business requires a judge to devote adequate time to the duties of judicial office, to be punctual in attending court and expeditious in determining matters under submission, and to take reasonable measures to ensure that court officials, litigants, and their lawyers cooperate with the judge to that end.

[4] In disposing of matters promptly and efficiently, a judge must demonstrate due regard for the rights of parties to be heard and to have issues resolved without unnecessary cost or delay. A judge should monitor and supervise cases in ways that reduce or eliminate dilatory practices and avoidable delays, and unnecessary costs.