Advises and assists judges in responding to unjustified adverse publicity or criticism which substantially and negatively affects the judge, the judiciary, or the legal system. Committee members help the criticized bench officer devise a strategy for meeting criticism. Action or advise is taken upon a determination of whether the criticism received is, in fact, unfair or unwarranted. The program is not intended to defend the indefensible. Call CJA (916) 239-4068 for assistance from your Response to Unfair Criticism Team.

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