Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 152 - Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee
Chapter 00 - N/A
Subchapter 00 - N/A
Part 1 - Procedures and Rules of Practice
Section 152-RICR-00-00-1.8 - Procedures

Universal Citation: 152 RI Code of Rules 00 00 1.8

Current through September 18, 2024

A. Investigation and resolution of complaints. The Committee shall establish rules of procedure for the investigation and resolution of complaints including a process by which the Committee and the Respondent may informally resolve complaints. Any rules so adopted, amended or rescinded shall be submitted to this Court for approval, and will become operative only upon entry of an Order by this Court.

B. Review by the Supreme Court. Within thirty (30) days, if practical, after its conclusion of an investigation, the Committee shall make a written report of its findings of fact and its recommendations, and the report, together with the entire record, shall be immediately transmitted to the Chief Justice. The Committee may recommend that this Court approve any of the following resolutions:

1. an agreement between the Committee and the Respondent to dispose of the complaint which may include, but is not limited to, an order for restitution and/or community service;

2. dismissal of a complaint as unfounded or frivolous or for lack of probable cause pursuant to §§ 1.13(G)(1) or (2) of this Part;

3. the Committee's filing of civil proceedings in the Superior Court to enjoin the conduct;

4. referring the matter to the Department of Attorney General for civil or criminal proceedings; or

5. any other disposition which is in the public's best interest.

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