House Concurrent Resolution No. ___, introduced by Representative Robby Carter, urges the Louisiana Supreme Court to establish rules that would prevent judges from attending campaign events for other elected officials. The resolution highlights the importance of maintaining the integrity of the judiciary and the potential for the appearance of impropriety that can arise from judges participating in political activities. It references Canon 7 of the Code of Judicial Conduct, which restricts judges from endorsing or opposing candidates and engaging in partisan political activities, emphasizing that even the appearance of a violation can be damaging.

The resolution calls for the development of these rules to ensure that judges do not inadvertently create the impression of endorsing candidates, particularly in the context of social media where images from political gatherings can be misconstrued. By prohibiting judges from attending such events, the resolution aims to uphold the ethical standards set forth in the Code of Judicial Conduct and maintain public confidence in the impartiality of the judiciary. A copy of the resolution will be sent to the Louisiana Supreme Court for consideration.