Judges and Judiciary
Mar. 24, 2001
Judicial Watch
In many states, California included, the only legal requirement for becoming a judge is the length of time spent as a lawyer. One can become a judge without having shown any ability, experience or predilection for the job. I hasten to say that this does not mean that governors and voters are putting "unqualified" people on the bench. The appointing power does the best it can.




In many states, California included, the only legal requirement for becoming a judge is the length of time spent as a lawyer. One can become a judge without having shown any ability, experience or predilection for the job. I hasten to say that this does not mean that governors and voters are putting "unqualified" people on the bench. The app...
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