| Harry Conway celebrates his election
as a magistrate judge. He has been a successful and
respected businessman and volunteer in East Fork for
many years and is eager to repay his community through
this important public service.
Upon his election, Judge-elect Conway wants to examine
his social and charitable commitments to determine
whether any of them would pose ethical problems. His
list of activities and relationships emerges as follows:
- Member and volunteer of the Elks Club
- Member of the East Fork Racquet Club,
- Board member, fundraiser, and volunteer laborer
for the local Habitat for Humanity, which builds
affordable homes for low-income buyers
Which, if any, of Judge Conway’s charitable
and civic activities causes him ethical problems?
1. The Elks, because
he can’t pay dues to a civic organization.
2. The Racquet Club,
because he will socialize with people who will probably
come before him and appear to give them an unfair
advantage.
3. Habitat for Humanity,
because he can’t serve on their board.
4. Habitat for Humanity,
because he can’t raise funds.
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