DALTON, Ga. — Former Whitfield County Magistrate Judge Shana Vinyard’s resignation on April 1 was “mutually agreed” upon by Vinyard and the investigative panel of the state’s Judicial Qualifications Commission, which was investigating Vinyard following a complaint of “judicial misconduct,” according to a report from the commission to the state Supreme Court.

The agreement also dictates that Vinyard “not be eligible to hold or seek judicial office until Jan. 1, 2025.”

The report said the allegations about Vinyard “concerned Judge Vinyard’s failure to avoid impropriety and the appearance thereof in all her activities.” No specifics were provided.

Reached by telephone on Wednesday, Vinyard declined to comment on the report.

The report said during a “full investigation” of the allegations and before a vote “on whether to file formal charges,” the agreement was reached.

A consent order signed by Vinyard; Ben F. Easterlin IV, the director of the Judicial Qualifications Commission; and the chairman of the investigative panel, Edward D. Tolley, said, among other things:

• “Vinyard will not seek, request or accept elected or appointed judicial office for a period ending Dec. 31, 2024.”

• “This consent order resolves any allegations as to judicial misconduct … “

Vinyard was on “voluntary paid leave” from Oct. 3, 2018, until her resignation. Former Chief Magistrate Judge Haynes Townsend declined to comment on why Vinyard was on leave. He said he could not comment on any investigation.