When used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed:
Chairperson - The Chairperson of the Commission, or the Vice Chairperson or Acting Chairperson designated by the Commission when acting as Chairperson.
Evaluation - The process whereby the Commission, pursuant to § 433(c) of the Self-Government Act, prepares and submits to the President of the United States a written report evaluating the performance and fitness of a candidate for reappointment to a District of Columbia court.
Investigation - An inquiry to determine whether a proceeding should be instituted.
Judge - A judge, senior judge, or retired judge of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals or of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.
Proceeding - A formal proceeding, initiated by a Notice of Proceeding, to hear and determine charges as to a judge's conduct or health pursuant to § 432 (a)(2) or (b) of the Self-Government Act.
Recommendation - The process whereby the Commission, pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 11-1504, prepares and submits a written report of its recommendation and findings to the chief judge of a District of Columbia court regarding the appointment of senior judges to the court.
Self-Government Act - The District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act of 1973, effective December 24, 1973 (87 Stat. 774, Pub. L. 93-198).
Special Counsel - any member of the District of Columbia Bar retained by the Commission to assist it.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 28, r. 28-2099