In the Matter of Laster

The Judicial Tenure Commission (hereinafter the Commission) has recommended that this Court, pursuant to its constitutional authority,1 publicly reprimand the Honorable Clar*455ence Laster, Detroit Recorder’s Court Judge. Pursuant to GCR 1963, 932.24, Judge Laster, the respondent, has petitioned this Court to reject the recommendation of the Commission claiming that:

1. A de novo review of the entire record does not support the Commission’s recommendation of a reprimand.

2. He acted in "good faith” at all times as a recorder’s court judge and "good faith” stands as an absolute defense to any…