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Aug. 13, 2026

Draper discipline case set for October argument

The Commission on Judicial Performance will hear oral argument Oct. 7 in its misconduct case against Los Angeles County Judge Robert S. Draper, who lost reelection in June.

Draper discipline case set for October argument
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Robert S. Draper

The Commission on Judicial Performance will hear oral argument Oct. 7 in its misconduct case against Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Robert S. Draper, advancing a disciplinary proceeding that could outlast the judge's career after he lost his reelection bid in June.

The hearing follows an April evidentiary proceeding before three special masters, who have submitted their report to the commission. Draper and commission attorneys will be permitted to argue over the repor...

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