Item of interest....maybe we need an item like this on the California ballot.
The art of firing (suing) is actually the art of hiring (electing).
Most judges are not appointed for life. Judicial candidates that have the potential to legislate from the bench are unidentifiable before election.
Each of us must use our best judgment when voting for members of the judiciary and then must be prepared to suffer the responsibilities of a democratic process. The only due process available in this jurisdiction should remain at the ballot box.
Insulation for local officials is another matter entirely since their actions, not their judgment, can be constrained by related, municipal, county and state codes and government actions are not immune form legal challenge, timely restraint and possible, consequent, monetary relief. It is nigh impossible to either litigate or legislate morality. It is impossible to guarantee character through such means.