Kansas judge accused of bigotry, profanities in courthouse A foul-mouthed Kansas judge accused of bigotry and racism is facing complaints that his conduct violates the central judicial canons of independence, integrity and impartialityA foul-mouthed Kansas judge accused of bigotry and racism who cursed at courthouse employees so often that a trial clerk kept a “swear journal” documenting his obscene outbursts is facing complaints that his conduct violates the central judicial canons of independence, integrity and impartiality. The Kansas Commission on Judicial Conduct will next week consider whether Montgomery County Judge F. William Cullins performs his duties with sufficient competence and diligence that he can continue on the bench. According to a filing, Cullins is accused of mistreating employees; fostering a hostile relationship with the county attorney's office; lacking patience and decorum; exhibiting disdain toward attorneys; and treating some bondsmen with hostility. He contends that the county attorney's office has failed to file charges in a timely manner against jailed defendants and misused subpoenas. Before his election to the judgeship, Cullins served as the Montgomery County attorney, Coffeyville city prosecutor and was in private practice.

Source: ABC News December 06, 2019 15:43 UTC