Inquiry Concerning a Judge, No. 13-17 Re: Sandy K. Kautz

Summary

The Supreme Court of Florida approved a stipulation, the Judicial Qualifications Commission's findings, and its recommendation that Judge Sandy K. Kautz receive a public reprimand. The court accepted that Kautz violated judicial conduct requirements by appearing on behalf of her sister at a first-appearance hearing and by displaying insufficient patience, dignity, and courtesy in certain proceedings. Kautz accepted responsibility and waived a plenary hearing if the recommendation was accepted.