That's a factor for the panel to consider in determining a number of different issues, primarily sanction.
Such offices are created for the benefit of the public, not the benefit of the incumbent. Improper conduct on the part of an attorney in government service is more likely to harm the entire system of government in terms of public trust.
I'm not telling you that it is impossible that the respondent can avoid the hearing, but every one I've ever been to they've been there.
We are simply alleging a violation of the codes or the canons.
