Connecticut Committee on Judicial Ethics
Informal Opinion Summaries
2008-06 (September 26, 2008)
Fundraising; Soliciting
Contributions; Social Activities; Law School Activities; Prestige of Office;
Name, Use of; Canons 2 & 5
Issue:
May a Judicial Official serve on a law school reunion committee?
Response:
Based upon the facts presented, the
Committee unanimously agreed that the Judicial Official could join the law
school reunion committee provided that he/she did not participate in any
activity involving fundraising from others, including but not limited to (1) not
allowing his/her name to be used on any letters or communications concerning
fundraising activities, and (2) not participating in activities related to
requesting participation in a class gift campaign, thanking classmates who have
made a gift or pledge, and contacting those that have not yet given to encourage
their support.
Committee on Judicial Ethics