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Florida's top court reprimanded Broward judge Woody Clermont on March 12, 2026, for violating ethics by representing a friend in a 2025 domestic violence case while on the bench.
On March 12, 2026, the Florida Supreme Court publicly reprimanded Broward County Judge Woody Clermont for violating judicial ethics by representing a friend in a 2025 domestic violence case while serving as a judge.
The court found he acted as a lawyer, negotiated with prosecutors, argued for bond, and offered character testimony—actions prohibited under the Code of Judicial Conduct.
Although no improper outcome was proven, the court accepted the Judicial Qualifications Commission’s recommendation, citing Clermont’s lack of prior discipline and remorse.
The reprimand is final, and Clermont must appear in person to receive it.
A separate review is ongoing for Judge Lauren Peffer over campaign-related conduct.
El tribunal superior de Florida reprendió al juez de Broward, Woody Clermont, el 12 de marzo de 2026, por violar la ética al representar a un amigo en un caso de violencia doméstica de 2025 mientras estaba en el banquillo.