Disciplinary Counsel v. Karto

[This decision has been published in Ohio Official Reports at 94 Ohio St.3d 109.] OFFICE OF DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL v. KARTO. [Cite as Disciplinary Counsel v. Karto,

2002-Ohio-61.] Judges—Misconduct—Six-month suspension including suspension from judicial office without pay for the term of the suspension—Failing to uphold the integrity and independence of the judiciary—Failing to comply with the law and act in a manner that promotes public confidence in the integrity of the judiciary—Failing to disqualify himself when he knows he is likely to be a material witness—Failing to be faithful to the law…