Senate Bill 381 amends sections 757.91 and 757.95 of the Wisconsin statutes to establish that any suspension imposed by the supreme court on a judge or court commissioner for misconduct or pending the final determination of proceedings must be without pay. This change aims to ensure that judges facing disciplinary actions are not compensated during their suspension, thereby reinforcing accountability in the judicial system.

The bill clarifies the procedures for the supreme court's disciplinary authority, which includes the ability to reprimand, censure, suspend, or remove judges and court commissioners for misconduct or permanent disability. The amendments specify that if a temporary suspension is imposed, it will be without pay, aligning the disciplinary process with the principles of accountability and integrity within the judiciary.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 757.91, 757.95