Judge William Watkins' attorney, Robert Martin, says in court documents that Watkins has applied for disability and plans to retire. Martin asked the court to give Watkins 30 days while his disability application is processed before it makes any decision.
The state Judicial Investigation Commission alleges that Watkins delayed rulings, failed to enter domestic violence orders into the state's tracking system and screamed and cursed at litigants.
The Judicial Hearing Board recommended that Watkins be suspended without pay until his term ends on Dec. 31, 2016.
Martin asked the court to dismiss the complaints.
