Study election and evaluation of judges

HJ 64 requests the Montana Legislature to conduct an interim study on the election and evaluation of judges and justices in the state. The study would review options to increase transparency in judicial selection, compare methods used in other jurisdictions, and gather input from various stakeholders, including retired judges and attorneys. Its purpose is to determine if legislative or constitutional changes are warranted regarding how Montanans select and evaluate their judiciary. The final results of this study are to be reported to the 70th Legislature.