In Re Hardt

This case involves removal of a municipal judge by the Supreme Court in accordance with N. J. S. A. 2A:1B-1 et seq. and B. 2:14-1. Investigatory proceedings concerning the performance of Frederick W. Hardt as a municipal judge of Evesham Township' were held by the Supreme Court’s Advisory Committee on Judicial Conduct. B. 2:15-8. Upon conclusion of the investigation, including a formal hearing at which the respondent testified, the Committee recommended that proceedings be instituted for his removal as a judge (one committee member recommended a reprimand). Thereupon this Court caused a…