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Pa. Rules Governing Standards of Conduct of Magisterial District Judges Rule 4.3
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Rule 4.3 Activities of Candidates for Appointive Judicial Office
Canon 4: A magisterial district judge or candidate for judicial office shall not engage in political or campaign activity that is inconsistent with the independence, integrity, or impartiality of the judiciary
Rule Text
A candidate for appointment to judicial office may:
(A) communicate with the appointing or confirming authority, including any selection, screening, or nominating commission or similar agency; and
(B) seek endorsements for the appointment from any person or organization.
Amendment history: The provisions of this Rule 4.3 amended October 31, 2014, effective December 1, 2014, 44 Pa.B. 7169. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (373731) to (373732).