blog outs Tigerdroppings poster as Arkansas judge

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The spicy comments — under the name "geauxjudge" on tiger droppings.com, a message board poplar with LSU fans (Maggio's daughter plays golf there) — have an obvious bearing on the commenter's judiciousness as a judge. But there's some question about whether comments made under a different name aren't protected on a judge's part as free speech. But revealing information about a confidential adoption proceeding is another matter.

Blue Hog isn't the first to be aware of this. I sent an inquiry to the agency that regulates judicial conduct. I got this response, which indicates a review was already underway.

The JDDC is aware of the allegations that were reported today. Under Rule 7C(3) I can confirm the pendency of an investigation by this agency. The judge will have full due process rights during our litigation of this matter. This office will not have further public statement until the case concludes with dismissal, agreed resolution or public charges.

David J. Sachar, Executive Director

I'm seeking a comment from Maggio.

Theron adopted her son, Jackson, in 2012 but news articles never revealed where the adoption took place. Early reports said the child might have come from South Africa, ,but she later said the child was born in America. She and Jackson appear frequently in tabloid press coverage.

Maggio is a candidate for state Court of Appeals, the state's intermediate appellate court. He is opposed by Bart Virden of Morilton.

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