Oct. 27, 2026
California Supreme Court names 2 judges to ethics panel
Judges Michael B. Harper and Patricia L. Kelly will join the 12-member committee, while appellate Justice Shama Hakim Mesiwala was reappointed to another four-year term.
The California Supreme Court appointed two Superior Court judges to the Committee on Judicial Ethics Opinions and reappointed a state appellate justice to the panel, which advises judges and the public on judicial ethics.
Judge Michael B. Harper of Trinity County Superior Court will replace Judge Robert J. Trentacosta, who is retiring next month. Harper will complete Trentacosta's term from Nov. 21 through Dec. 31, 2027.
Judge Patricia L. Kelly of Santa Barbara County...
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