Which of the following types of conduct, if done by an attorney, would likely result in professional disciplinary action?
A)conviction for tax evasion
B)public drunkenness
C)reckless driving
D)traffic ticket for speeding in which another vehicle was damaged

Question

Which of the following types of conduct, if done by an attorney, would likely result in professional disciplinary action?
A)conviction for tax evasion
B)public drunkenness
C)reckless driving
D)traffic ticket for speeding in which another vehicle was damaged

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Conviction for tax evasion is a serious crime that reflects adversely on an attorney's honesty, trustworthiness, or fitness as a lawyer in other respects, likely resulting in professional disciplinary action. Public drunkenness, reckless driving, and a traffic ticket for speeding, while not commendable, do not necessarily reflect on an attorney's ability to practice law unless they are part of a pattern of behavior indicating unfitness for the practice of law.

Which of the Following Types of Conduct, If Done by an Attorney