Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee Opinions on Judicial Conduct

Detected March 2nd, 2026

Summary

The Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee (JEAC) of the Supreme Court of Virginia has issued advisory opinions regarding judicial conduct. These opinions clarify compliance with the Canons of Judicial Conduct for judges and individuals subject to these canons.

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The Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee (JEAC) of the Supreme Court of Virginia has made available advisory opinions concerning judicial conduct. These opinions are intended to guide judges and other individuals subject to the Canons of Judicial Conduct in ensuring their proposed or future actions comply with ethical standards. The JEAC was established by order of the Supreme Court of Virginia to provide such guidance.

While these opinions are advisory and non-binding, they serve as important guidance for judicial officers in Virginia. Regulated parties, specifically judges, can request advisory opinions on their own conduct. The JEAC also provides access to various indices and resources, including the Canons of Judicial Conduct and relevant court rules, to aid in understanding ethical obligations.

What to do next

Review the JEAC advisory opinions for relevance to judicial conduct standards.
Consult the JEAC website for indices of opinions by subject, canons, and statutes.
Consider requesting an advisory opinion from the JEAC for specific conduct scenarios.

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Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee

Brooke Weedon, Counsel to the Committee
Phone - (804) 786-6455

The Judicial Ethics Advisory Committee (JEAC) was established by Order of the Supreme Court of Virginia. The JEAC issues advisory opinions concerning the compliance of proposed, future conduct with the Canons of Judicial Conduct. Requests for an advisory opinion may be made only by a judge or person whose conduct is subject to the Canons of Judicial Conduct.