In Re Complaint as to the Conduct of Gustafson

The Commission on Judicial Fitness conducted an inquiry into allegations of misconduct against Judge Bert Gustafson, a judge of the Tillamook County District Court. After a hearing, the Commission found that charges arising in 13 cases were proved by clear and convincing evidence, and that those in 14 other cases were not proved. The Commission recommended that this court censure Judge Gustafson. Three members of the Commission also recommended a six-month suspension. Upon our own review of the record, we agree with the Commission and censure Judge Gustafson.

The pertinent constitutional…