How do I file a complaint against a judge in Canyon County? Is my time to do so limited?

Question

I had a hearing in Canyon County.  I had emergency guardianship of my granddaughter.  Mother protested.  I brought witnesses and my son, child's father who asked me to get guardianship.  I brought him because I could not attest to certain circumstances since I wasn't there and he could.  I was told the hearing was to assign a guardian ad litem.  When the hearing started the judge cleared the courtroom except my son.  I was the plaintiff and I was not allowed to speak.  My son was only allowed to give yes or no answers.  He has anxiety and the judge was mad when he came in.  I believe he had already made up his mind before we started.  He told my son he committed fraud but never told us how.  He insisted we go and bring my grandaughter into the court during rush hour and a snowstorm and told us if we weren't back in a short amount of time he would issue warrants for us.  When we returned with the child he had to large Marshalls there to intimidate us.

James L. Arrasmith · Answer

I understand your frustration with the court proceedings and your desire to file a complaint against the judge. Here are the steps you can take to file a complaint and some important information: 
 
1. File a complaint with the Idaho Judicial Council: The Idaho Judicial Council is responsible for investigating complaints against judges.  
 
2. Complete the complaint form: Provide a detailed description of the judge's conduct that you believe was improper, unethical, or violated your rights. Include the judge's name, court, case number, and the date(s) of the incident(s). 
 
3. Submit the complaint: Mail the completed form to the Idaho Judicial Council. 
 
Time limitations: 
 
There is no specific time limit for filing a complaint against a judge in Idaho. However, it is generally advisable to file the complaint as soon as possible after the incident to ensure a more efficient investigation and to avoid any potential issues with the statute of limitations for any related legal claims. 
 
Please note that the Idaho Judicial Council's role is to investigate judicial misconduct and not to overturn court decisions or intervene in ongoing cases. If you believe there were legal errors in your case, you may need to explore other legal remedies, such as an appeal, with the assistance of an attorney. 
 
It's essential to provide as much detail and evidence as possible in your complaint to facilitate a thorough investigation by the Idaho Judicial Council.

Q: How do I file a complaint against a judge in Canyon County? Is my time to do so limited?