545 R.I. Code R. 545-RICR-10-00-1.4

Current through November 7, 2024

Section 545-RICR-10-00-1.4 - Standards and Qualifications: Criteria

A. No nominee shall be recommended to the Governor for appointment unless the Commission finds that the nominee meets all constitutional and statutory requirements and is fit for appointment to the particular judicial office after full and careful consideration which shall include, but not necessarily be limited to the following criteria:

1. Personal Attributes

a. Personal integrity

b. Standing in the community

c. Moral conduct

d. Commitment to equal justice under law

2. Competency and Experience

a. Intelligence

b. Knowledge of the law

c. Professional reputation

d. Knowledge of and experience in the court involved

e. Education

f. Publications

g. Record of public, community and government service

h. General health, mental and physical

3. Judicial Capabilities

a. Patience

b. Decisiveness

c. Impartiality

d. Courtesy

e. Civility

f. Industry and promptness

g. Administrative ability

h. Possible reaction to judicial power

i. Temperament

j. Independence

k. Ability

l. Diligence

m. Maturity

545 R.I. Code R. 545-RICR-10-00-1.4