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PR#083
What is a lawyer's Duty to the Public?
A lawyer has an independent duty to the public not to commit fraud, a crime, or any other serious im...
PR#084
What is a lawyer's Duty to the Legal Profession, otherwise known as the "Snitch Rule"?
A lawyer who knows that another lawyer has committed a violation of the rules of professional conduc...
PR#085
Does California follow the "Snitch Rule"?
In 2023, California adopted Rule 8.3, but it is much more limited compared to the ABA. It requires r...
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