California · Business and Professions Code - BPC

BPC §6107: The proceedings to disbar or suspend an attorney, on grounds other than the conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, involving moral turpitude, may be taken by the court for the matters within its knowl

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Courts may disbar or suspend attorneys for conduct involving moral turpitude, based on court knowledge or reports from others, through civil proceedings.

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The proceedings to disbar or suspend an attorney, on grounds other than the conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, involving moral turpitude, may be taken by the court for the matters within its knowledge, or may be taken upon the information of another.

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