Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam Practice Question
Attorney Paige is defending a client in a high-profile assault case. During a press event, she accuses the plaintiff of fabrication and reveals records from a sealed file that reflect poorly on the plaintiff. The prosecutor states that Paige’s comments can sway potential jurors. Is she subject to discipline?
All publicly addressed remarks are avenues for potential discipline.
Her remarks create a basis for discipline because sharing confidential details can skew the fairness of the process
She avoids discipline for using media channels in highlighting the plaintiff’s credibility issues
She avoids censure because her commentary covers matters unrelated to the evidentiary analysis
Attorneys face potential discipline for extrajudicial statements that undermine a fair hearing. Disclosing private or restricted material can shape public perception in ways that compromise impartiality. Professional standards might allow basic facts but do not permit statements that likely prejudice the case. Believing that an attorney can speak without limit is incorrect because specific rules aim to uphold balanced proceedings.
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