In November of last year I posted a video showing a West Virginia judge flipping out at a traffic stop in Moorefield, West Virginia. In response to a stop he admitted was justified, he nevertheless pulled rank on a young police officer, immediately identifying himself as a judge, getting his supervisor on the phone, and later trying to get him fired, including threatening judicial retaliation against that department.
Since Judge Williams contested the matter, as he’s entitled to do, on June 14 a contested hearing was held before West Virginia’s Judicial Hearing Board over the course of three days. On September 19, the Judicial Hearing Board held a meeting to discuss the evidence presented, and on September 22, they issued an order finding that numerous judicial ethics rules were violated and recommending specific discipline to the West Virginia Supreme Court.
More, including the order: https://thecivilrightslawyer.com/2022/09/26/update-wv-traffic-stop-judge-recommended-for-suspension/
1st Video with the traffic stop body cam: https://youtu.be/48B9TPeVeqo
2nd Video about the Walmart allegations: https://youtu.be/ufbDvGypTuU
Original statement of charges posted at this link: https://thecivilrightslawyer.com/2021/11/17/body-cam-shows-judge-flip-out-at-traffic-stop-now-charged-with-abusing-authority%ef%bf%bc/
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The 19 page order from the Judicial Hearing Board (along with the original footage) posted at link: https://thecivilrightslawyer.com/2022/09/26/update-wv-traffic-stop-judge-recommended-for-suspension/
I think we should give the judge a break,he clearly isn't good at being a jerk, after all he exposed himself multiple times as a jerk .
Most tyrants are good at getting someone else to do their dirty work to avoid blowback, he clearly needs some time off to relax and make a couple adjustments.
Making it illegal to use a cell phone while driving is not "statist garbage." WTH is wrong with you? Texting and driving kills innocent people.
If this guy gets 3 months suspension we need to raise all hell…
UPDATE: punishment, he gets a 1 yr suspension from the bench, and a 6 month suspension of paycheque; he shd also undergo a psych evaluation, as his missteps in this and other events are rather stark departure of normal behaviour for a judge methinks…
He should be impeached. He lacks the integrity necessary to fulfill his duties
This guy is dangerous, & should be in a mental institution-
HE'S A CRIMINAL IN A ROBE PASSING OUT JUDGMENT ON OTHERS. CAN YOU IMAGINE HOW MANY INNOCENT PEOPLE HE HAS INCARCERATED WITH HIS RACIST ASS. THEY NEED TO INVESTIGATE HIS JUDGMENTS, I BET THEY'LL FIND A WHOLE LOT OF ILLEGAL AND CRIMINAL ACTS HE HAS PERFORMED.
HE WAS SIDE TRACKED WHEN HE STOLE FROM WALMART TWICE. YET A SENIOR WITH DEMENTIA THOUGHT SHE PAID AND THESE THUGGISH ASS police ASSAULTED THIS OLD WOMAN I BELIEVE HE BROKE A COUPLE OF RIBS DISLOCATED HER SHOULDER AND SOME OTHER INJURIES BUT THIS IS A JUDGE HE'S SPECIAL HE DONT HAVE TO PAY FOR ANYTHING BECAUSE HE'S KEEPING AMERICA SAFE. I'M SO TIRED OF THIS FUCKED UP GOVERNMENT. IT NEEDS TO IMPLODE ON ITSELF, WHO NEEDS IT CAUSE DAMN NEAR ALL OF THEM ARE CORRUPT AS HELL…
Why should he be allowed to rule over anything concerning anybody? He acts on rage and emotion. He has problems. Wonder how many people have been judged unfairly by him based on his feelings for that day.
You sort of mentioned that this case opens the door to past cases this judge has ruled on. That to me is the bombshell. What other type of influence pedaling has this judge used in past cases he ruled on? And how did those illegal rulings effect innocent people?
Why the H€LL do you insist on saying Judge Williams left Walmart without paying for items!! You said same thing in prior video why don’t you just say what it is Judge Williams STOLE from Walmart he’s a theft he intimidates police officers, he threatens their positions & he’s a criminal!! He has no business being a Judge!! And now I’m giving you the side eye for all these passes you’re giving him. Yes, you’re reporting on this story yet it’s obvious you’re part of the Good-Ole Boys Network 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬
So much compassion and leniency towards each other, Not so much towards the public they serve
He should not be allowed to be in such a trusted and important position ever again. He was disgusting, the way he tried every way he could, to demean and diminish this officer, and get him in trouble with his boss, the Chief, and I read he even showed up at the DA or the Prosecutors house, at 10:00 p.m. because he was STILL having a hissy fit. Anyone who has this guy for a judge in future, can probably ask the judge to recuse himself, and say WHY! He's not honorable, nor is he trustworthy. He should be removed from the bench!
The news outlets sensationalized numerous details of the entire situation, of course. Judge did not yell at the police officer, and there was instigating behavior on the officer's part. The judge was aggravated and obnoxious. He, according to testimony in the written transcript, did not ask for any favor regarding the ticket, including getting out of it. He was best friends with the mayor's late husband. The theft was confirmed by Walmart and accidental as evidenced through video account of the incidents, and yet, the chief of police insisted to obtain and file anyway. The judge shakes because of legitimate medical issues. Poor choice of behavior, but really, it is not an uncommon agitation for someone getting pulled over. This man was held in the highest esteem for his legal competence and lifelong career working for the attorney general's office to help ensure the rights for vulnerable adults (dementia, IDD, etc.). I'd encourage folks to read the transcript court documents and make an informed opinion as opposed to a tabloid opinion. Read the court document here: https:// law.justia.com/cases/west-virginia/supreme-court/2023/21-0878.html
Judge told lots of truth but he is thug and cops are as well so its loss to all of us everyday.
The system has been good to cops! For far too long! I like transparency before litigation! The judge should be working at wall mart!
The corruption in our justice system starts at the bottom and works its way to the top. As citizens we must end this corruption wherever it occurs be at the top or the bottom
As of 03/26/23, it would appear by all county and state records, this individual still holds his position on the bench. Long live the Good-All-Boy Network.
bull he has proven that he should not be ajudge ever ,power corrupt
This corrupt judge should be impeached. But I won't hold my breath.
He is a bully.
That man should have been removed from his position as a judge. He is obviously mentally disturbed. He's not fit to be a judge. Disgraceful.
He also had a habit of walking out of walmart without paying. He's just a thief with an attitude problem and he's gonna take that big tough judge act to someone who doesn't give AF
Maybe he can take further advantage of the West Virginia tax payers by taking a state funded anger management class.
Untill his cases are disposed of he definitely should not preside over anyone else's!
That judge should have been charged with a crime.
LMAO @ Honest Lawyers.
FIRE HIM IMMEDIATELY AND STOP HIS PENSION & BENEFITS FOREVER !
WHAT A POS
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Americans understand that Judges all know they are above the law … Fact… he was not even cited at the stop… Hello
He sounds like a Psychotic Narcissist
They should have him mentally evaluated…
What's crazy is all he probably had to do was say he's a judge. I doubt the officer would have even given him a ticket and none of this would have happened..But the judges ego is so huge he couldn't let it go
I think a 5 year suspension along with a verbal, in person apology to the officer should be the bare minimum. People that abuse their power should arguably be punished worse than a similar crime committed by your average Joe as they violated the public’s trust and undermine the system they swear to uphold.
The fact that this dirtbag judge is stealing from Walmart is a very strong indication that he's on drugs.
With all his actions, he should totally be impeached. There is no way that anyone can trust that guy to be a judge any longer.
What idiot want to steal Chinese crap from Walmart?
The fact he can threaten to no side with police infers that he has been. In essence he admitted what everyone that has dealt with the court knows; Police, Prosecutors, and Judges are on the same team. It's not paranoia if they really are out to get you.
I never get tired of learning through this channel. Since the advent of cell phones and body cameras, the ability to capture misconduct by public officials has risen exponentially. As long as fair treatment is imposed on these officials, in the same manner as someone like myself would be treated (i.e., appropriate punishment), then those in public office will hopefully be less likely to overstep their bounds. I know, I know, Utopia doesn't exist, but one can dream.
MOST ALL JUDGES, ESPECIALLY IN FAMILY COURTS, THINK THEIR COURTROOMS ARE THEIR KINGDOM AND ALL OTHERS ARE GUARDS OR SLAVES!
* IF THERE IS A U.S. FLAG WITH GOLD FRINGE AROUND THE FLAG THEN I CHALLENGE YOU TO RESEARCH AND DETERMINE WHY SUCH A FLAG EXISTS! HINT: MILITARY
KUDOs are definitely in order here. Thank you for bringing this to the general public's attention!
Needs to lose his job pensions and all ability to practice law in any way shape or form
he needs to be removed from the bench. He just compromised every case he has ruled on. He would be impeached for his UNLAWFUL behavior and held accountable for the lack of respect for the law he is supposed to uphold!
I've been on the receiving end of a tyrant judge in a courtroom. justice and fairness is not an option in their courtrooms which is sad.
"Power corrupts…." we all know the rest.
I would love to see some cases from Alabama seems like everywhere you go the law is different I'm talking about traffic laws that are generally supposed to be the same
Great example for his kids in the car🙄
What the judge was saying was,I will remove the revenues stream you guy make off the tickets..side talk about money's
The judge is a thief and holds himself better than others. He has lost his right to be a judge.
Are there any honest officers, judges or lawyers with integrity left anywhere?