Is Judge Taylor White

Judge Taylor, a white-haired old man with a reputation for running his court in an informal fashion, presides over the case.

How is Judge Taylor fair?

The elderly judge in Maycomb. He often looks like he’s asleep and not paying attention, but in reality, he pays close attention to court proceedings and is a strict and fair judge. He has a peculiar habit of eating cigars during court proceedings, which fascinates and delights Scout.

How does Scout describe Judge Taylor?

Scout describes him as “amiable, white-haired, slightly ruddy-faced” (ch 16) and “must have been nearly seventy” (ch 17) and Atticus said he was “a good judge” (ch 18). Although he seems to be asleep, Judge Taylor is actually alert during trials. He is very good at his profession.