In addition to admitting fault, Judge Nance maintained that if she did indeed make any inaccuracies in her statements, they were not intentional and insignificant relative to the overall case. She saw herself as an innocent witness to a “customer misunderstanding” between Judge Brue and the bike dealer.How Judge Nance Saw It
In May, retired Michigan State Judge Alexander Lipsey, who served as special master for this case, recommended to the Judicial Tenure Commission that it dismiss a complaint against Judge Nance. Lipsey found no evidence that Nance had intentionally lied or tried to stall an investigation.
He also said that key portions of video evidence had disappeared or had been declared inadmissible. Disciplinary counsel had not pointed out sufficient evidence warranting a trial.Despite the special master’s recommendation, disciplinary counsel objected earlier this month. They said that Lipsey had overlooked important evidence and testimony.Judge Nance’s Perspective on the Judicial Process
