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Government,
California Supreme Court

Jun. 23, 2023

State Supreme Court approves ‘snitch rule’ for lawyers

The rule, opposed by many California attorneys, will go into effect Aug. 1.

The California Supreme Court approved on Thursday a new professional responsibility rule that requires attorneys to report to the State Bar any colleague they believe is engaging in misconduct, such as fraud or misappropriation of funds. The rule, opposed by many California attorneys, will take effect on Aug. 1.

After the State Bar Board of Trustees voted to submit two alternative proposals last month, the high court authorized the second ...

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