► New Mexico Judicial Commission sample Ethics Question
The following ethical dilemma appeared on a recent New Mexico Judicial Commission approved ethical exam.
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As the result of imposing a fine against a defendant regarding a traffic offense, you advise the defendant he will be fined $100.
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The defendant reaches in his pocket and hands you what he believes is a crisp $100 bill.
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Shortly after the defendant leaves the courtroom, you realize that there was really two (2) $100 bills that were stuck together.
The ethical question is as follows:
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Do you as the Judge have to report and turn over the extra $100 bill to the clerk of court and/or the administrative office?
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