This section of Pennsylvania law covers amendments related to judicial procedures, education programs for judges on deteriorated real property, and the structure of the Judicial Conduct Board. It includes provisions for training judges on issues like code violations and crime, as well as the composition and independence of the Judicial Conduct Board. Key amendments have been made over the years to update these provisions and establish training programs.
The program aims to educate judges on laws related to deteriorated real property, its economic impact, code violations, and related issues to improve judicial decision-making.
The Judicial Conduct Board consists of 12 members selected as provided in the law, serving as an independent body within the Judicial Branch.
The program was established by an amendment in 2010, with the law requiring ongoing education for judges on related issues.
Topics include the connection between code violations and crime, conduct of witnesses, limiting continuances, and indigency hearings in code violation cases.