Yavapai County Superior Court Judge Pro Tempore Kristyne Schaaf-Olson was cited for allegedly urinating in the street on October 4, prompting her resignation days later. The incident, which was captured on bodycam footage, has sparked discussions about the appropriate behavior of public officials and the enforcement of public conduct laws.
The bodycam video, released by the Prescott Police Department, shows the judge in a bizarre scene as she was alleged to be urinating in a public space. The incident has raised questions about the accountability of public servants and the balance between personal conduct and professional responsibilities.
Schaaf-Olson, who had been serving as a pro tempore judge, stepped down from her position shortly after the citation. Her resignation has led to a review of the department’s policies regarding public conduct for judicial officers.