Leviticus 19:15 "Nor honor an important person"

A judge must rule according to the law.

He should be careful not to be impressed and persuaded by the character and nature of the people he is judging.

He must concentrate on the facts and decide according to the Torah's laws.

This Negative Mitzvah cautions the judge not to show extra respect and consideration for a person who is being judged just because he may be important or rich.