Care Quote by Jacob M. Appel
“The cold, cruel reality is that with one current justice now approaching ninety, and four others over seventy, the day will inevitably arrive when a sitting justice lies in an intensive care unit, both unable to resign and unable to resume his or her duties.”
About This Quote
Aging judges may become incapacitated, creating a dilemma when they cannot resign or fulfill duties.
In simple terms: Aging judges may become unable to serve.
Key Takeaway
Plan for judicial succession.
Themes
law
aging
ethics
governance
Mood
concerned
serious
Type
policy
ethical
When to use this quote
- court administration
- policy reform
- senior leadership
Key Concepts
succession planning
health assessments
Questions to Reflect On
- How should courts handle incapacitated judges?
- What safeguards protect judicial continuity?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems may lack clear mechanisms.
