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Public speaking: At whose cost?

A judge is asked to speak at an educational program for judges in another state and is offered reimbursement of all her travel and lodging expenses plus an honorarium.

May the judge accept these payments?

1. Yes, as long as the honorarium is reasonable and the judge reports it.

2. The judge may only accept the reimbursement of expenses.

3. The judge may not accept any payment in these circumstances.



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