Magistrate called Mr Bean has been ticked off for interrupting court to complain about a lack of parking
Alfred Bean JP of the Cheshire Bench, launched his gripe after he struggled to find a parking space outside court.
But he was accused of doing so 'in a loud, rude and bullying manner'.
His whingeing was similar to that of his namesake, hilarious TV character Mr Bean played by Rowan Atkinson, who always has issues parking his yellow Mini.
Mr Justice Keehan heard two complaints were made by members of court staff about interactions they had with Mr Bean.
'One reported that Mr Bean had interrupted a court session to complain about the lack of parking in a loud, rude and bullying manner.
'The other described being subject to an aggressive rant by Mr Bean, in which he spoke over them in a raised voice.
'Both reported Mr Bean stating he would leave court if the issue occurred again in future,' the Judicial Conduct Investigations Office said.
A spokesman for the office said Mr Bean had explained the stress caused by the parking situation, as well as his personal circumstances.
He denied shouting or being aggressive but admitted his voice may have been slightly raised due to his stress and frustration.
Mr Bean also maintained that he was unaware the court session had begun.
The spokesman added: 'He expressed regret about his behaviour, which had fallen below his usual standards, and stated that he did not intend to be rude or disrespectful.
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'He added that he had attempted to apologise soon after but was told not to contact the complainants.
'He highlighted his 12-year unblemished conduct record and ongoing commitment to his role as a magistrate.'
A member of the North West Region Conduct Advisory Committee decided Mr Bean 'was not sufficiently circumspect in his conduct and should have remained calm and professional, despite his frustration.'
The magistrate has been issued with formal advice for misconduct over his poor behaviour.
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