A Missouri judge has faced disciplinary action for his unconventional courtroom behavior, which included dressing as Elvis Presley and playing the singer’s music during legal proceedings. Judge Matthew EP Thornhill, the longest-serving circuit judge in St Charles County, is a self-proclaimed Elvis enthusiast. However, his fondness for the King of Rock’n’Roll led to a formal complaint by the Missouri Commission on Retirement, Removal and Discipline of Judges. The commission cited his frequent and ‘irrelevant’ Elvis references as undermining the integrity of the court. In a letter to the Missouri Supreme Court dated 12 November, Judge Thornhill admitted that his actions, intended to lighten the mood, were inappropriate and acknowledged their impact on the solemnity of judicial proceedings. The disciplinary report highlighted instances where Judge Thornhill wore an Elvis wig and sunglasses on the bench, particularly around Halloween, and occasionally played Elvis music during swearing-in ceremonies. Additionally, he was criticized for sharing his political views and promoting his re-election campaign from the bench. The commission recommended a six-month suspension without pay, followed by an 18-month probationary period before retirement. Judge Thornhill accepted the terms, concluding his 20-year judicial career.