Uploaded July 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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What happens when a judge misbehaves in court?
In episode 9 of the USLawEssentials Law & Language Podcast (originally published June 21, 2021) Stephen introduces a story from the American Bar Association Journal: Judge gets 6-month suspension, partly for misusing her contempt power.

The judge who apparently abused her power in court finds herself being judged. Find out what happens as you improve your legal English vocabulary and listening skills.