The Judicial Service Commission has removed twenty officials, including judges, from their duties within the judicial service, it was reported.
According to the Lankadeepa newspaper, among those removed are a High Court judge, several District Court judges, and Magistrates.
Out of the twenty individuals, the services of seven have been completely terminated, while the remaining officials have either been suspended from duty or subjected to compulsory retirement.
The Judicial Service Commission took these actions following investigations into public complaints received against certain judicial officers.
Those facing serious allegations, such as corruption, were formally charged and subjected to disciplinary inquiries.
Following these inquiries, individuals found guilty of misconduct were removed from service by the Judicial Service Commission, chaired by Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena.
It is further reported that the High Court judge who was removed is currently facing an inquiry before Supreme Court Justice Janak de Silva.
Additionally, the Commission has granted the option of retirement to those found guilty who were nearing retirement age. (Newswire)