Rules of the Judicial Standards Commission – 2026
Procedure for complaints against Montana judges, from the filing of a complaint through investigation, formal proceedings and recommendation to the Supreme Court, which imposes any discipline. Amended most recently in November 2024.
Browse all 17 rules of the 2026 edition below. Each rule includes the full text, a plain-English summary, committee notes, amendment history, and cross-references to related rules. Use the search box to find rules by keyword or number.
Rule 1
Scope, Purpose and Title
Rule 2
Definitions
Rule 3
Organization of the Commission
Rule 4
Staff of the Commission
Rule 5
Meetings
Rule 6
Nonparticipation of Members of Commission
Rule 7
Proceedings Confidential
Rule 8
Immunity
Rule 9
Jurisdiction and Grounds for Discipline
Rule 10
Grievances – Receipt and Review
Rule 11
Grievances – Investigations
Rule 12
Grievances – Negotiated Disposition
Rule 13
Formal Complaint
Rule 14
Procedure on Formal Complaint
Rule 15
Hearing on Formal Complaint
Rule 16
Interim Disqualification of Judicial Officers
Rule 17
Effective Date and Amendment