Plain English Summary
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment that would require North Carolina Supreme Court Justices to recuse themselves from cases where they have financial interests, personal relationships with parties involved, or previously sponsored the law being challenged. It would also require Justices to publicly disclose large financial transactions ($10,000+), non-salary income, and who funds their travel.
Arguments in Favor
Supporters argue this amendment increases transparency and prevents conflicts of interest on the state's highest court. They contend that requiring Justices to recuse themselves in cases involving their financial interests or close relationships protects the integrity of the judicial system and public confidence in court decisions. Disclosure requirements would allow North Carolinians to know about potential influences on their Justices' decisions.
Arguments Against
Opponents may argue that the recusal requirements could make it difficult to seat a full court in some cases, potentially delaying justice. Some might contend that the financial disclosure thresholds ($10,000) are arbitrary and that extensive disclosure requirements could discourage qualified candidates from seeking judicial office. Others may question whether these restrictions are necessary given existing ethics rules and judicial conduct standards.
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Sponsors
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Representative · District 40
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Representative · District 30
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Representative · District 18
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Representative · District 34
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Representative · District 39
Representative · District 56
Representative · District 45
Representative · District 49
Representative · District 112
Representative · District 71
Representative · District 41
Representative · District 27
Representative · District 50
Representative · District 61
Representative · District 114
Representative · District 100
Representative · District 36
Representative · District 98
Representative · District 88
Representative · District 31
Representative · District 54
Representative · District 57
Representative · District 60
Representative · District 58
Representative · District 32
Representative · District 101