In Re the People of the State of Colorado v. Belinda Knisley, and Concerning: Tina Peters.

Summary

The court exercised discretionary original jurisdiction to review an order compelling a judge to submit to a deposition in a contempt proceeding. It held that the judge's testimony was not necessary because he did not personally observe the alleged recording and other witnesses could address the relevant facts, while inquiry into his mental processes was impermissible. The court therefore concluded that the district court abused its discretion and made the rule to show cause absolute.