Judicial Service Commission Rejects Claims of Bias in Disciplinary Cases
JSC affirms fairness in handling disciplinary cases, denies selective scrutiny | Photo: JSC
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has rejected claims that it applies heightened scrutiny to disciplinary cases involving judges from specific courts, affirming that its procedures remain impartial and consistent.
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The commission stated that its reviews of alleged judicial misconduct are guided solely by the facts and evidence presented in formal complaints. It emphasised that impartiality is maintained throughout the process, regardless of a judge’s court affiliation. The statement follows reports suggesting that the commission devotes disproportionate attention to judges from certain jurisdictions, claims which the JSC categorically denied.
According to the commission, disciplinary investigations are initiated only after complaints have been clarified and necessary reviews completed. The process is applied universally, without distinction between courts. The JSC described suggestions that investigations are influenced by a judge’s court affiliation as irresponsible, reaffirming that the focus remains on the complaint and corroborating evidence.
The JSC highlighted its role in fostering a judiciary that commands public trust and ensures the fair and timely administration of justice. Its work includes reviewing complaints against judges, assessing judicial performance, providing training, safeguarding judicial officers, and overseeing administrative arrangements related to judicial work.
To illustrate the scope of its oversight, the commission reported that it received 176 complaints of alleged judicial misconduct this year, of which 57 were deemed suitable for investigation. Following these inquiries, six judges were found guilty of misconduct and subjected to disciplinary action. The commission noted that confirmed cases represent 3.4 per cent of total complaints, indicating that proven misconduct constitutes a small proportion of its overall caseload.
