Audit sheds light on handling of complaint against Utah Supreme Court justice

What happened

A legislative audit found the Utah Judicial Conduct Commission generally followed its guidelines in handling a complaint against a former Supreme Court justice, but the process needs improvement. The audit highlighted issues with transparency, accountability, and conflicts of interest, particularly involving the commission.

Timeline

1. Sep 30, 9:18 AM KSL Audit sheds light on handling of complaint against Utah Supreme Court justice
2. Sep 30, 2:08 PM KSL Auditors say Utah courts need more oversight, accountability
3. Sep 30, 6:15 PM KSL News (YouTube) Audit sheds light on handling of complaint against Utah Supreme Court justice
4. Sep 30, 7:45 PM ABC 4 Audit reviews investigation into Supreme Court justice Diana Hagen, calls for more consistent procedures
5. Sep 30, 10:05 PM Fox 13 Series of audits revealed reviewing the performance of Utah's judicial branch
6. Sep 30, 10:32 PM ABC4 (YouTube) Audit reviews investigation into Supreme Court justice Diana Hagen, calls for more consistent proced

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