Three New York judges resign following misconduct investigations

Three judges in New York have resigned following misconduct investigations. Richard Snyder from Rensselaer County admitted he believes defendants are guilty, while Louis Violanti from Erie County resigned again after a past ticket-fixing scandal resurfaced. Julie Kuck from Steuben County stepped down after a drunken driving charge. Snyder sought to avoid jury duty, claiming he could not be impartial. Violanti's return to the bench after a decade led to renewed scrutiny of his previous actions. Kuck faced charges for driving under the influence with a child in the vehicle. The Commission on Judicial Conduct announced the resignations, marking a significant week for judicial accountability in New York.