Arizona Constitution Practice Test

Judges can be retired, suspended, or disqualified when:

1. The Commission on Judicial Conduct recommends action to the Governor

2. The Commission on Judicial Conduct meets and decides to take action

3. The Commission on Judicial Conduct recommends action to the Supreme Court

4. The Commission on Judicial Conduct files a recall petition

The correct answer is: The Commission on Judicial Conduct recommends action to the Supreme Court

Judges in Arizona can be retired, suspended, or disqualified based on the actions and recommendations of the Commission on Judicial Conduct. When the Commission determines that a judge's conduct warrants such measures, it plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of the judicial system. The correct answer centers on the fact that the Commission can formally recommend action to the Supreme Court. This recommendation is a significant step in the disciplinary process. After a thorough investigation, if the Commission concludes that a judge should face penalties like retirement, suspension, or disqualification, the next step is to present this recommendation to the Supreme Court of Arizona. The Supreme Court has the authority to act upon such recommendations, reinforcing the checks and balances within the judicial system. In contrast, while the Commission can meet and deliberate on potential actions, the actual enforcement or execution of retiring, suspending, or disqualifying a judge requires the Commission to make a formal recommendation to the Supreme Court. Other options may suggest different protocols or actions taken by the Commission, but they do not encompass the judicial authority needed to impose such significant measures on a judge.