Judge Daviann L. Mitchell has been publicly admonished for entering the chambers and accessing the materials of her supervising judges without permission. This misconduct was highlighted by the California Commission on Judicial Performance, which stated that Mitchell's actions undermined the integrity of the judiciary. In a statement, she attributed her behavior to extreme personal stress but took full responsibility. The incidents prompted one judge to secure her chambers, indicating ongoing concerns about privacy and security among the court officials.
"Judge Mitchell's conduct constituted a failure to uphold the integrity and independence of the judiciary and to personally observe high standards of conduct so that the integrity and independence of the judiciary is preserved."
"These choices were my own for which I take full responsibility. I am committed to a future consistent with my lifelong dedication to acting with integrity and upholding the highest standards of my judicial office with compassion, kindness, and grace."
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