To whom should a municipal court clerk report observed unethical conduct by another court employee?

• A. Their judge
• B. The media
• C. The public
• D. The attorney general

Answer: (A)

When you observe unethical conduct by another court employee, report it to the judge you work for. The judge is the supervisor of court staff and has the responsibility to supervise, investigate, and take appropriate action on ethical concerns within the court. This ensures the matter is handled through proper procedures and maintains confidentiality and due process.

The media or the public aren’t appropriate channels for internal personnel issues, as they can disrupt court operations and bypass proper investigative steps. The attorney general handles state-level legal matters, not the internal ethics of municipal court employees. If needed, the judge can direct the matter to the appropriate internal process, such as human resources or an official investigative channel.