Judge faces suspension after ‘repeated use of words and phrases’ supporting cops undermines impartiality

Judge John Flynn suspended

Polk County, Florida, Judge John Flynn could be suspended for 25 days without pay after he expressed his support for law enforcement during his campaign for the bench, which put his impartiality into question. (10th Judicial Circuit)

A Florida judge is facing a 25-day suspension after he expressed support for law enforcement during his campaign for the bench, which raises questions about his impartiality.

The Florida Judicial Qualifications Commission on Wednesday recommended the unpaid suspension after reviewing campaign materials and social media statements of Polk County Judge John Flynn. Some of the problematic statements included saying he “supports our law enforcement agencies” and “If you are a criminal you don’t want me on the bench.”

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