Where Brevity Is The Soul Of Injustice

The Kansas Supreme Court published its conclusions of misconduct by a former judge

Respondent left the bench in the spring of 2017. But the primary misconduct occurred on September 7, 2016, while she was a judge. Accordingly, this court has jurisdiction over this matter.

The matter that led to discipline is reflected by a full hearing transcript

‘THE COURT: Court will call 10TR604 State of Kansas v. Brandi Lee Heather. Are you Brandi Heather?

‘THE DEFENDANT: Yes.

‘THE COURT: Show Mr. Andrews for the State. Defendant appears in person, in custody, pro se.

‘There’s a motion to revoke your probation for failure to comply on file for various reasons. I find that sufficient. I revoke your probation and remand you to the custody of the Sheriff’s Office to serve the balance of your sentence.

‘We’re adjourned. Parties may withdraw.’

The judge failed to participate in the ensuing misconduct proceedings.

She also failed to appear for the oral argument, which is linked here. (Mike Frisch)