Disciplinary Proceeding v. Buchanan

This is a case of first impression. It involves judicial disciplinary proceedings against Judge Marvin C. Buchanan who violated various canons of the Code of Judicial Conduct. From the facts, as found by the Judicial Qualifications Commission, we find that there was clear, cogent and convincing evidence that Judge Buchanan's conduct did not comport with the high standards imposed on judges in this state. We therefore adopt the recommendation of the Judicial Qualifications Commission and order that he be publicly censured.

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In 1974, Marvin C. Buchanan was appointed as judge of the Island County…