6. New Code of Judicial Conduct

(Total 10%)
(a) A and B are accused of Estafa by C, the wife of Regional Trial Court Judge D. Judge D testified as a witness for the prosecution in the Estafa case. Did Judge D commit an act of impropriety? Give reasons for your answer. (5%)

(b) What qualities should an ideal judge possess under the New Code of Judicial Conduct for the Philippine Judiciary? (5%)