In Re Platt

This is an original proceeding in discipline involving David R. Platt, a District Judge of the 8th Judicial District (Respondent). In a formal proceeding before the Commission on Judicial Qualifications (the Commission), Respondent was charged with two counts alleging violations of the Code of Judicial Conduct (the Code). Supreme Court Rule 610A (1999 Kan. Ct. R. Annot. 461). Following a formal hearing, the Commission recommended the discipline of public censure. The Commission concluded:

“[WJithout dissent, die Commission on Judicial Qualifications recommends that Respondent be disciplined by…