Judge's Pledge
Judge's in the Santa Cruz County Courts have pledged to be courteous, respectful and civil to the attorneys, parties and witnesses who appear before the Court; to exercise authority to ensure that all the attorneys, parties and witnesses conduct themselves in a civil manner; to refrain from any conduct or statement which discriminates on the basis of race, religion, gender,sexual orientation or other personal characteristic of attorneys, parties or witnesses; to refrain from the use of abusive, demeaning or humiliating language and opinions in oral or written communication with attorneys, parties and witnesses; to be punctual in covering all hearings, meetings and conferences; to give full consideration to the papers and arguments presented by counsel; to make reasonable efforts to decide promptly all matters presented for decision; to be aware of the time restrains and pressures imposed upon attorneys by the exigencies of litigation practice while nevertheless endeavoring to resolve disputes efficiently; to make every effort to adhere to the statutes and Court rules which are intended to establish uniformity among all of the courts; to consider the legitimate calendaring conflicts of attorneys, parties and witnesses in the administration of those matters before the court; to avoid conduct which would give an appearance of favoritism to any particular counsel or party and to be mindful that the Court is the servant of the people and its purpose is the administration of justice. The Judge's Pledge is applicable in misdemeanor and felony criminal matters. If you are arrested or charged with a misdemeanor or felony, contact Christine McGuire, The Santa Cruz Criminal Defense Attorney/Lawyer; Santa Cruz Domestic Violence Defense Attorney/Lawyer; Santa Clara Domestic Violence Defense
Attorney/Lawyer.