Canonum De Ius Positivum
Canons of Positive Law

one heaven iconI.   Introductory Provisions

1.2 Concepts

Article 4 - Fairness

Canon 1428 (link)

Fairness is expressed as the absence of bias, malice, vested interest,or predisposed opinions and the active presence of decency and reasonableness in the actions and performance of duty of all who claim to represent the law.

Canon 1429 (link)

The word fairness originates from ancient Gaelic word faire meaning "the action of watching, guarding" as well as"a horizon or skyline".

Canon 1430 (link)

The absence of fairness is the absence of the law.

Canon 1431 (link)

One who is incapable of demonstrating fairness lacks the character and honor to be a judge.