P.R. Laws tit. 4, § 24p

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§ 24p. Judges—Qualifications; prohibition on exercising the profession

In addition to any other requirement set forth in this chapter, the designation of judges shall fall upon highly-qualified persons who have a sound moral reputation, possess judiciary knowledge and capability, qualities such as integrity, impartiality and judicial commitment, and demonstrate their responsibility and ability to exercise judicial functions.

No judge shall exercise the profession of attorney-at-law or notary.

History —Aug. 22, 2003, No. 201, § 2.015, renumbered as § 2.018 on Sept. 29, 2004, No. 509, § 4.