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\cs16\super\insrsid3937891 \chftn }{\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 The original Rules adopted by the Supreme Court of Guam through Promulgation Order 06-002-001 effective March 27, 2006 are amended herein at Rule}{
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\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 1. Disciplinary Authority. }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 2.1. The Committee on Judicial Discipline. 
\par Rule 2.2. The Special Court. 
\par Rule 3.1}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 .}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843  Organization and Authority of the Committee
\par Rule 3.2. Organization and Authority of the Special Court. 
\par Rule 4. Disciplinary Counsel}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 5. Commission Counsel. 
\par Rule 6. Grounds for Discipline; Sanctions Imposed;}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Deferred Discipline. }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 7. Proof
\par Rule 8. Civil Rules Applicable. 
\par Rule 9. Right to Counsel. 
\par Rule 10. }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Ex Parte }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Contacts. 
\par Rule 11. Confidentiality. 
\par Rule 12. Immunity from Civil Suits
\par Rule 13. Service
\par Rule 14. Subpoena Power. 
\par Rule 15. Interim Suspension
\par Rule 16. Notification to Complainant. 
\par Rule 17. Screening and Investigation
\par Rule 18. Use of Allegations from Dismissed Cases. 
\par Rule 19. Formal Charges
\par Rule 20. Answer. 
\par Rule 21. Failure to Answer/Failure to Appear
\par Rule 22. Discovery. 
\par Rule 23. Discipline by Consent. 
\par Rule 24. Hearing
\par Rule 25. Review by Supreme Court of Guam. 
\par Rule 26. Complaint against a Member of the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court of Guam. 
\par Rule 27. Cases Involving Allegations of Mental or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Physical Incapacity. }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
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\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 To promote effective disciplinary enforcement in Guam, the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
terminology set forth below shall be used.
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\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Commission Counsel: the lawyer drafting reports, providing legal}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
advice to the judicial disciplinary authority and performing other duties}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 assigned by the judicial disciplinary authority. }{
\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 5.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Complaint: information in any form from any source received by the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Committee on Judicial Discipline that alleges or from which a reasonable}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 inference can be drawn that a judge committed misconduct or is}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
incapacitated. If there is no written complaint from another person,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
disciplinary counsel's written statement of the allegations constitutes the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 complaint.}{
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\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Deferred Discipline Agreement: a confidential agreement between}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
the judge and the Committee on Judicial Discipline for the judge to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 undergo treatment, participate in education programs or take other
}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 corrective action. It is only available as a response to misconduct that is}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 minor and can be addressed through treatment or a rehabilitation}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
program. A deferred discipline agreement can only be entered into prior}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 to the filing and service of formal charges.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Disciplinary Counsel: the lawyer in charge of screening and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
investigating complaints, prosecuting formal charges and performing}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
other duties assigned by the Committee on Judicial Discipline or the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Special Court. }{
\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 4.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Formal Charges: the document that charges the judge with specific}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 acts of misconduct or with a specific incapacity.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Special Court: the adjudicatory body of the judicial disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 system appointed by the Supreme Court of Guam that conducts hearings
}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 on formal charges. }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 3.2.
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\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Hearing: the public proceeding at which the issues of law and fact}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 raised by the formal charges and answer are tried. }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 24.
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\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Incapacity: a mental or physical condition that adversely affects a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 judge's ability to perform judicial functions. Incapacity is }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865\charrsid1007843 distinguished from}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843  a disability that does not adversely affect a judge's performance }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865\charrsid1007843 of judicial}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843  functions.
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\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Incapacity Inactive Status: non-disciplinary involuntary retirement or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 removal of a judge from judicial office, with or without pay or retirement}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
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\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 functions.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Interim Suspension: temporary removal from office pending a final}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 determination in any proceeding under these rules. }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 15.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Investigation: an inquiry into allegations of misconduct, including a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 search for and examination of evidence concerning the allegations,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
divided into two stages: a preliminary investigation conducted by}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disciplinary counsel after the receipt of a complaint and a full}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid4721865  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 investigation conducted after approval by the Committee on Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Discipline. }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 17.}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Committee on Judicial Discipline: the investigatory body of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
judicial disciplinary system that determines whether full investigations}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 will be conducted and whether formal charges will be filed. 
}{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 3.1.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Judge: anyone, whether or not a lawyer, who is an officer of a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
judicial system, and who is eligible to perform judicial functions,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
including an officer such as a magistrate, court commissioner, special}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 master or referee, is a judge within the meaning of th
ese Rules. A justice}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of the Supreme Court of Guam is a judge within the meaning of these}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rules.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Misconduct: any conduct by a judge constituting grounds for}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
discipline. }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 6(A).
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Private Admonition: a non-public sanction imposed on a judge by}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Committee on Judicial Discipline with the consent of the judge. }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 6(B}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 ) (}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 6). A private admonition cannot be imposed after the filing and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
service of formal charges. Only in cases of minor misconduct, when}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 there is little or no injury to the public, th
e legal system or the profession,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 should a private admonition be imposed.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Proceedings: all steps in the discipline and incapacity system set}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 forth in these rules.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Public Members: members of the Committee on Judicial Discipline}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
and the Special Court who are neither lawyers nor judges.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Public Reprimand: a reprimand by the Supreme Court of Guam in}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
the form of a written decision which shall be imposed in person or served}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 upon the respondent by certified mail.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Reasonable Cause: a reasonable ground for belief in the existence of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 facts warranting the filing of formal charges for discipline or a petition}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 for transfer to incapacity inactive status.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Record: all documents filed in the case beginning with the formal}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 charges. The record includes a transcript of the hearing on the formal}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 charges only if a transcript is requested by the respondent, disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 counsel or a member of the Special Court, Committee on Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Discipline or the Supreme Court of Guam.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Respondent: a judge or former judge against whom formal charges}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
have been filed.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Screening: examination of a complaint or other information coming}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 to the attention of disciplinary counsel to determine whether the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Committee on Judicial Discipline has jurisdiction. }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 See }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 17.}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid15885462 RULE 1. DISCIPLINARY AUTHORITY.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 The disciplinary authority of the Committee on Judicial Discipline}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and the Special Court extends to every judge.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid15885462 RULE 2.1. THE COMMITTEE ON JUDICIAL DISCIPLINE.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Established. There is a special committee of the Guam Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Council called the Committee on Judicial Discipline.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Purpose. The Committee on Judicial Discipline shall administer}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the investigatory function of the judicial discipline and incapacity}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 system.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Jurisdiction.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1119850 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) Judges. The Committee on Judicial Discipline has}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 jurisdiction over judges regarding allegations that misconduct}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 occurred during service as a judge and regarding allegations of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
incapacity during service as a judge.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1119850 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1119850 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) Former Judges. The Committee on Judicial Discipline has}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 continuing jurisdiction over former judges regarding allegations that}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 misconduct occurred during service as a judge if a complaint is made}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 within one year following service as a judge.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1119850 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid15885462 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1119850 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) The lawyer disciplinary authority shall have exclusive}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 jurisdiction over judges regarding allegations that misconduct}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 occurred before service as a judge. The lawyer disciplinary authority}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall have exclusive jurisdiction over former judges regarding}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
allegations that misconduct occurred following service as a judge.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Appointment of Members. The commission shall have 6}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
members who shall be appointed by the Guam Judicial Council. Two}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 members shall be current or former judges of the Superior Court of}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam or the Superior Court or Supreme Court of the CNMI, current or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 former judges or justices of the federal courts, or former justices of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of Guam; 2 members shall be lawyers who are residents}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of Guam and admitted to practice in any court of Guam and of good}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
standing; and 2 members who are residents of Guam and who are neither}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 lawyers nor judges shall be public members.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Terms. Members of the Committee on Judicial Discipline shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
serve for a term of 4 years and shall be eligible for reappointment to a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
second full term. Initial appointments shall be made so that the terms of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
one member in each of the three categories shall expire every 2 years. A}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
member appointed to a term of less than 4 years or to fill an unexpired}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 term may be reappointed for two full terms. The members of the
}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Committee on Judicial Discipline shall not be subject to removal except}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 for cause. Three successive unexcused absences shall be deemed cause}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 for removal. Removal shall be by the Guam Judicial Council.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (F) Vacancies. A vacancy shall occur when a member of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Committee on Judicial Discipline ceases to be eligible to represent the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
category from which the member was appointed, or becomes unable to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
serve for any reason. An appointment to fill a vacancy for the duration of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 an unexpired
 term shall be made by the Guam Judicial Council. If a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 vacancy is not filled by the Guam Judicial Council within 60 days from}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the date on which the Committee on Judicial Discipline notified the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam Judicial Council of the vacancy, the Chief Justice of Guam shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 appoint from the category to be represented a member within the next ten}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 10 days. That member will serve for the duration of the unexpired term.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (G) Funding. The Committee on Judicial Discipline shall prepare its}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 own budget and submit it to the Guam Judicial Council.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1119850 RULE 2.2. THE SPECIAL COURT.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Established. There is a court impaneled and constituted by the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of Guam called the Special Court.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Purpose. The Special Court shall administer the adjudicatory}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
function of the judicial discipline and incapacity system.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Jurisdiction.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1119850 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) Judges. The Special Court has jurisdiction over judges}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 regarding allegations that misconduct occurred during service as a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 judge and regarding allegations of incapacity during service as a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
judge.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1119850 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid1119850 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) Former Judges. The Special Court has continuing}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 jurisdiction over former judges regarding allegations that misconduct}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 occurred during service as a judge if a complaint is made within one}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 year following service as a judge.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Appointment of Member(s). The Special Court shall have 3}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
members who shall be appointed by the Chief Justice of Guam. One}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 member shall be a current or former judge of the Superior Court of}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam or the Superior Court or Supreme Court of the CNMI, a current or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 former judge or justice of the federal courts, or a former justice of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of Guam; 1 member shall be a resident of Guam who is a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 lawyer admitted to practice in any court of Guam and of good standing;}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and 1 member who is neither a lawyer nor a judge who shall be a public}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 member.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Terms. Members of the Special Court shall serve for a term of 4}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 years and shall be eligible for reappointment to a second full term. The}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 members of the Special Court shall not be subject to removal except for}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 cause. Three successive unexcused absences shall be deemed cause for}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 removal. Removal shall be by the Guam Judicial Council.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (F) Vacancies. A vacancy shall occur when a member of the Special
\par Court becomes unable to serve for any reason. An appointment to fill a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
vacancy for the duration of an unexpired term shall be made by the Chief}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Justice of Guam. If a vacancy is not filled by the Chief Justice of Guam}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
within 60 days from the date on which the Special Court notified the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Chief Justice of the vacancy, the Guam Ju
dicial Council shall appoint}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 from the category to be represented a member within the next 10 }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 days. That}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843  member will serve for the duration of the unexpired term.}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1119850 RULE 3.1. ORGANIZATION AND AUTHORITY OF THE}{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1119850 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1119850 COMMITTEE.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Meetings. The Committee on Judicial Discipline shall meet}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
periodically as determined by its members to consider administrative}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
matters. Meetings of the Committee on Judicial Discipline other than}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 periodic meetings may be called by the chair upon the chair's own
}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 motion and shall be called by the chair upon the written request of three}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 members of the Committee on Judicial Discipline.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Officers. The Committee on Judicial Discipline shall elect one of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 its members to serve as chair and another to serve as vice-chair for such}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 terms as the Committee on Judicial Discipline shall determine. The }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 vice chair}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall perform the duties of the chair whenever the chair is absent or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 unable to act.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Quorum. Four members of the full Committee on Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Discipline shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Alternate members should be appointed where necessary to fulfill the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
quorum requirements. Alternate member(s) shall be appointed by the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam Judicial Council.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Expenses. Members shall be reimbursed for reasonable and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
necessary expenses incurred pursuant to their duties.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Powers and Duties.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) The Committee on Judicial Discipline, with the concurrence}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of the Special Court, shall have the duty and authority to:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) adopt its own rules of procedure for discipline and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacity proceedings subject to the approval of the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court of Guam of Guam; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) propose amendments to the code of judicial conduct and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 these Rules for Judicial Disciplinary Enforcement to the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of Guam.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) In addition to the duties assigned to disciplinary counsel and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 commission counsel in Rules 4 and 5, the Committee on Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Discipline may delegate to either the disciplinary counsel or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
commission counsel the duty and authority to:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) maintain the Committee on Judicial Discipline\rquote s}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 records;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) maintain statistics concerning the operation of the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Committee on Judicial Discipline and make them available to the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Com}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 mittee and the Supreme Court of }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (c) prepare the commission's budget for its approval and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 administer the funds;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (d) notify the appropriate appointing authority of vacancies}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 on the Committee on Judicial Discipline;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (e) prepare an annual report of the Committee on Judicial}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Discipline\rquote s activities for presentation to the Supreme Court of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam and the public; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (f) inform the public of the existence and operation of the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 judicial discipline system, including the Committee on Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Discipline\rquote s address and telephone number and the disposition of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 each matter in which public discipline is imposed.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) The Committee on Judicial Discipline shall have the duty}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and authority to:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) review the recommendations of disciplinary counsel}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 after preliminary investigation and either authorize a full}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 investigation or dismiss the complaint; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) review the recommendations of disciplinary counsel}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 after full investigation and approve, disapprove or modify the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 recommendations as provided in Rule 17(D)(2).
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) The Committee on Judicial Discipline may issue advisory}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 opinions at the request of a judge.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (F) Recusal. A member of the Committee on Judicial Discipline}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
shall recuse himself or herself in any matter in which recusal would be}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
required of a judge under the Code of Judicial Conduct or the laws of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid1119850 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (G) Complaints against Members of the Committee on Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Discipline. If a complaint is filed against a member of the Committee on}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Judicial Discipline who is a judge subject to the jurisdiction of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Committee, the Committee member against whom the complaint has}
{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 been filed shall not participate in the investigation or adjudication of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 matter.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 3.2. ORGANIZATION AND AUTHORITY OF THE}{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid8536367  }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 
SPECIAL COURT.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Officers. The Special Court shall elect one of its members to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 serve as chair and another to serve as vice-chair for such terms as the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Special Court shall determine.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Quorum. Three members of the Special Court shall constitute a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 quorum for the transaction of business. Alternate members should be}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 appointed where necessary to fulfill the quorum and category}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
requirements.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Expenses. Members shall be reimbursed for reasonable and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
necessary expenses incurred pursuant to their duties.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Powers and Duties.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 1) The Special Court, with the concurrence of the Committee}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 on Judicial Discipline, shall have the duty and authority to:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) adopt its own rules of procedure for discipline and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacity proceedings subject to the approval of the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court of Guam;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) propose amendments to the code of judicial conduct and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 these Rules for Judicial Disciplinary Enforcement to the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of Guam;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) In addition to the duties assigned to disciplinary counsel and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 commission counsel in Rules 4 and 5, the Special Court may}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 delegate to either the disciplinary counsel or commission counsel the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 duty and authority to:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) maintain the Special Court\rquote s records;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) maintain statistics concerning the operation of the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Special Court and make them available to the Special Court and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the Supreme Court of Guam;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (c) notify the appropriate appointing authority of vacancies}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 on the Special Court;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (d) prepare an annual report of the Special Court\rquote s activities}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 for presentation to the Supreme Court of Guam and the public;}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (e) inform the public of the existence and operation of the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 judicial discipline system, including the Special Court\rquote s address}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and telephone number and the disposition of each matter in}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
which public discipline is imposed.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) The Special Court shall have the duty and authority to:}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) rule on pre-hearing motions, conduct hearings on formal}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 charges and make findings, conclusions and recommendations to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the Supreme Court of Guam for sanctions or dismiss the case,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
pursuant to Rule 24.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (F) Recusal. A member of the Special Court shall recuse himself or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 herself in any matter in which recusal would be required of a judge under}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the code of judicial conduct or the laws of Guam.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (G) Complaints Against Members of the Special Court. If a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 compla
int is filed against a member of the Special Court who is a judge}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
subject to the jurisdiction of the disciplinary authority of the judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
branch of Guam, the member against whom the complaint has been filed}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall not participate in the adjudication of the matter.}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 4. DISCIPLINARY COUNSEL.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Appointment. The Prosecuting Counsel for the Guam Bar Ethics}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Committee shall serve as the disciplinary counsel described herein.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Powers and Duties. Disciplinary counsel shall have the authority
\par and duty to:
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) receive and screen complaints, refer complainants to other}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 agencies when appropriate, conduct preliminary investigations,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 recommend to the Committee on Judicial Discipline, and upon}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
authorization, conduct full investigations, notify complainants about}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the status and disposition of their complaints, make}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 recommendations to the Committee on Judicial Discipline on the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disposition of complaints after full investigation, file formal charges}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 when directed to do so by the Committee on Judicial Discipline,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 p
rosecute formal charges and file notices of exceptions to the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 findings, conclusions, recommendations for sanctions or orders of}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 dismissal of the Special Court;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) maintain permanent records of the operations of disciplinary}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 counsel's office, including receipt of complaints, screening,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 investigation and filing of formal charges in judicial discipline and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacity matters, subject to the requirements of Rule 18;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) compile statistics to aid in the administration of the system,}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 including but not limited to a log of all complaints received,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 investigative files and statistical summaries of docket processing and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 case dispositions;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) prepare disciplinary counsel's budget for submission to the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Committee on Judicial Discipline and administer the funds;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (5) supervise other members of disciplinary counsel's staff;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (6) employ private investigators or experts as necessary to}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 investigate and process matters before the Committee on Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Discipline, the Special Court, and the Supreme Court of Guam; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (7) perform other duties at the direction of the Committee on}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Judicial Discipline and the Special Court.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 5. COMMISSION COUNSEL.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Appointment. The Special Court may appoint a commission}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
counsel to assist the Special Court in the discharge of its duties.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Powers and Duties. The Special Court may delegate functions to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the commission counsel, including but not limited to the duty and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
authority to:
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) advise the Special Court during its deliberations and draft}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 decisions, orders, reports and other documents on behalf of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Special Court;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) employ and supervise other staff necessary to the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 performance of the Special Court\rquote s duties; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) perform other duties at the direction of the Special Court.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 6. GROUNDS FOR DISCIPLINE; SANCTIONS IMPOSED;
\par DEFERRED DISCIPLINE.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Grounds for Discipline. The grounds for discipline are:}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) any conduct constituting a violation of the Code of Judicial}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Conduct, the Guam Rules of Professional Conduct or
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) a willful violation of a valid order of the Supreme Court of}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam, Committee on Judicial Discipline or the Special Court, in a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 proceeding under these Rules, a willful failure to appear personally}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 as directed, or a knowing failure to respond to a lawful demand from}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 a disciplinary authority.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Sanctions. These sanctions may be imposed upon a respondent}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
who has committed misconduct:}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) removal by the Supreme Court of Guam;}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) suspension by the Supreme Court of Guam;}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) imposition by the Supreme Court of Guam of limitations on}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the performance of judicial duties;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) imposition of lawyer discipline by the Supreme Court of
\par Guam;}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (5) public reprimand by the Supreme Court of Guam;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (6) private admonition by the Committee on Judicial Discipline}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 with the consent of the judge, provided that a private admonition}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 may be used in subsequent proceedings as evidence of prior}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
misconduct solely upon the issue of the sanction to be imposed,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 pursuant to Rule 17(D)(1); and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (7) deferred discipline agreement.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 7. PROOF.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Charges of misconduct and grounds for transfer to and from}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
incapacity inactive status shall be established by clear and convincing}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 evidence. The burden of proof in proc
eedings seeking transfer from}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacity inactive status is on the judge.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 8. CIVIL RULES APPLICABLE.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Except as otherwise provided in these Rules, the rules of evidence}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 applicable to non-jury civil proceedings and the rules of civil procedure}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 apply in judicial discipline and incapacity cases.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 9. RIGHT TO COUNSEL.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 The judge shall be entitled to retain counsel and to have the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
assistance of counsel at every stage of these proceedings.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 10. }{\b\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 EX PARTE }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 CONTACTS.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Members of the Committee on Judicial Discipline, the Special Court,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 hearing officers and commission counsel shall not engage in }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 ex parte}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 communications regarding a case, except that before making a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 determination to file formal charges in a case pursuant to Rule 17(D}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 ) (}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 2),}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
members of the Committee on Judicial Discipline may communicate}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 with disciplinary counsel as required to perform their duties in}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 accordance with these Rules.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 11. CONFIDENTIALITY.
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Proceedings.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) Before the filing and service of formal charges, all}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 proceedings shall be confidential.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) After the filing and service of formal charges, all}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 proceedings shall be public except incapacity proceedings as}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 provided in Rule 27(B).
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Information.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) Before the filing and service of formal charges, all}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 information relating to a complaint that has not been dismissed shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 be held confidential by the Committee on Judicial Discipline and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
disciplinary counsel and their staffs, except that the Committee may}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disclose information:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) when it is determined that there is a need to notify}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 another person to protect that person or to notify a government}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 agency in order to protect the public or the administration of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
justice; or
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) upon waiver in writing by the judge.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) All information relating to a complaint that has been}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 dismissed without formal charges being filed shall be held}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 confidential by the Committee on Judicial Discipline and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
disciplinary counsel and their staffs.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) Disciplinary counsel's work product, Committee}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 deliberations and records of the Committee\rquote s deliberations shall not}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 be disclosed.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10708080 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (5) Commission counsel's work product, Special Court}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 deliberations and records of the Special Court\rquote s deliberations shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 not be disclosed.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Consequences of Disclosure. Any person, including any member}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 or staff of the Committee on Judicial Discipline, the Special Court,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Commission Counsel or Disciplinary Counsel, including the individual}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 making the complaint, who divulges information concerning the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 pr
oceedings prior to the filing and service of formal charges, or if the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
investigation discloses that formal charges should not be issued by the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Committee on Judicial Discipline, any member or staff or person}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 described above who divulges at any time any information concerning}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the original charge or divulges the contents or discloses any matter}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 except as permitted by these Rules, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 12. IMMUNITY FROM CIVIL SUITS.
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid10708080 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Communications to the Committee on Judicial Discipline, the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Special Court, disciplinary counsel, commission counsel, or their staffs}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
relating to misconduct or incapacity and testimony given in the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 proceedings shall be absolutely privileged, and no civil lawsuit}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 predicated thereon may be instituted against any complainant or witness.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Members of the Committee on Judicial Discipline, disciplinary counsel}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and staff, the Special Court, and commission counsel and staff shall be}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 absolutely immune from civil suit for all conduct in the course of their}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 official duties.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 13. SERVICE.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Service upon the judge of formal charges in any disciplinary or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
incapacity proceeding or of notice that a complaint has been received}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
shall be made by personal service upon the judge or judge's counsel by}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 any person authorized by the chair o
f the Committee on Judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Discipline or by registered or certified mail to the judge's address of}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 record. Delivery of all other papers or notices shall be made in}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 accordance with the Guam Rules of Civil Procedure.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10708080 RULE 14. SUBPOENA POWER.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10708080\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Oaths. Oaths and affirmations may be administered by any}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
member of the Committee on Judicial Discipline, disciplinary counsel in}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
matters under full investigation or any other person authorized by law.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Subpoenas for Investigation. After a full investigation is}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
authorized pursuant to Rule 17(B)(3), disciplinary counsel may issue}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
subpoena to compel the attendance of the judge or witnesses and the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
production of pertinent books, papers and documents for purposes of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 investigation. The Chairperson of the Committee on 
Judicial Discipline}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 may issue subpoenas for specific witnesses or documents at the request}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of a judge under investigation.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Subpoenas for Deposition or Hearing. After formal charges are}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 filed, disciplinary counsel and respondent may issue subpoena to compel}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the attendance of witnesses and the production of pertinent books, papers}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and documents at a deposition or hearing held under these rules.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Enforcement of Subpoenas. Upon proper application, the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Superior Court of Guam, in a sealed proceeding may enforce the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 attendance and testimony of any witnesses and the production of any}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 documents subpoenaed.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Quashing Subpoena. Any attack on the validity of a subpoena}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
shall be heard and determined by the Committee on Judicial Discipline}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
or the Special Court before which the matter is pending or by the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of Guam wherein enforcement of the subpoena is being}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 sought. Any resulting order is not appealable prior to entry of a final}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 order in the proceeding.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (F) Witnesses and Fees. Subpoena fees and costs shall be the same}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 as those provided for in proceedings in the Superior Court of Guam.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 15. INTERIM SUSPENSION.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Criminal Prosecution. Without the necessity of disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
action, the Supreme Court of Guam may immediately place a judge on}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
interim suspension, with pay, upon notice of the filing of an indictment,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
information or complaint in any jurisdiction charging the judge with a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 \'93serious crime\'94.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Definition of \'93Serious Crime.\'94 A \'93serious crime\'94 is: (1) any}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 felony or (2) a lesser crime that reflects adversely on the judge's honesty,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 trustworthiness or fitness as a judge in other respects; or (3) any crime a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 necessary element of which, as determined by the statutory or common}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 law definition of the crime, involves interference with the administration}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of justice, false swearing, misrepresentation, fraud, deceit, bribery,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 extortion, misappropriation, theft or an attempt, conspiracy or solicitation}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of another to commit a \'93serious crime.\'94
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Other Misconduct. Upon receipt of sufficient evidence}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
demonstrating that a judge poses a substantial threat of serious harm to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
the public or to the administration of justice, the Supreme Court of Guam}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 may suspend the judge, with or without pay, pending a final}
{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 determination in any proceeding under these Rules.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Motion for Reconsideration. A suspended judge may apply to the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of Guam for reconsideration of the order.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Effect on Disciplinary Action. Interim suspension of a judge}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
shall not preclude action by the disciplinary authority on the same}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
conduct that was the basis for the criminal charge. Acquittal, dismissal or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 conviction of the criminal charge shall not pre
clude proceedings by the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disciplinary authority on the conduct that was the basis for the charge.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 16. NOTIFICATION TO COMPLAINANT.
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Disciplinary counsel shall provide written acknowledgment of every}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 complaint, if the complainant is known, and notify the complainant in}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 writing of the final disposition of a proceeding under these Rules.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Notification in writing shall be mailed within 10 days of the order}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disposing of the proceeding.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 17. SCREENING AND INVESTIGATION.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Screening. Disciplinary counsel shall evaluate all information}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 coming to disciplinary counsel's attention by complaint or from other}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 sources that alleges judicial misconduct or incapacity. If the information}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 would not constitute misconduct or incapacity if true, disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 counsel shall dismiss the complaint, subject to review by the Committee}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 on Judicial Discipline. If the information raises allegations that would}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 constitute judicial misconduct or incapacity if true, disciplinary counsel}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall conduct a preliminary investigation.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Preliminary Investigation.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) Disciplinary counsel may conduct interviews and examine}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 evidence to determine whether grounds exist to believe the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 allegations of complaints, provided that no subpoena shall issue to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 obtain testimony or evidence until the Committee on Judicial
\par Discipline authorizes a full investigation pursuant to Rule 17(c).
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) When disciplinary counsel believes there is evidence}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 supporting the allegations against a judge, he or she shall recommend}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 to the Committee on Judicial Discipline that the Committee authorize}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 a full investigation. Disciplinary counsel may recommend a full}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
investigation when there are grounds to believe that evidence}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 supporting the allegations could be obtained by subpoena or further}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 investigation. In all other cases, disciplinary counsel shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 recommend that the matter be dismissed.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) The Committee on Judicial Discipline shall review}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disciplinary counsel's recommendations and either dismiss the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 complaint or authorize a full investigation.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Full Investigation.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) Within 10 days after the Committee on Judicial Discipline}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 authorizes a full investigation, disciplinary counsel shall give the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 following notice to the judge:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) a specific statement of the allegations being investigated}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and the canons or rules allegedly violated, with the provision that}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the investigation can be expanded if appropriate;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) the judge's duty to respond pursuant to Rule 17(C}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 ) (}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 3);
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (c) the judge's opportunity to meet with disciplinary counsel}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 pursuant to Rule 17(C}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 ) (}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 4); and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (d) the name of the complainant unless the Committee on}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Judicial Discipline determines that there is good cause to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 withhold that information taking into consideration factors,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
including but not limited to the materiality of the information}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 possessed by the complainant and the position the complainant}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 occupies in relation to the judge.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) The Committee on Judicial Discipline may defer the giving}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of notice but, when notice is deferred, disciplinary counsel must}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 give notice to the judge before making a recommendation as to a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
disposition.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) Disciplinary counsel may request that the judge file a written}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 response within 20 days after service of the notice under Rule17(C}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 
) (}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 1).}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) Before the Committee on Judicial Discipline determines its}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disposition of the complaint under Rule 17(D), either disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 counsel or the judge may request an appearance before disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
counsel to respond to questions. The appearance shall be on the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 record. If disciplinary counsel requests the judge's appearance,}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disciplinary counsel must give the judge 20 days notice and the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 testimony shall be sworn.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (5) Disciplinary counsel is authorized to issue subpoenas}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 pursuant to Rule 14(B) once a full investigation has been approved.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Disciplinary counsel shall conduct all investigations.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Disposition After Full Investigation.}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) Upon the conclusion of a full investigation, disciplinary}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 counsel may recommend to the Committee on Judicial Discipline:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) dismissal;}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 

\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) private admonition or deferred discipline agreement;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (c) the filing of formal charges;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (d) the filing of a petition for transfer to incapacity inactive}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 status;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (e) referral to an appropriate agency; or
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (f) a stay.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) The Committee may adopt, reject or modify the
\par recommendations of disciplinary counsel. If the Committee finds a
\par violation pursuant to Rule 6 for which the imposition of discipline is
\par not warranted it may dismiss. If the Committee finds that there is
\par reasonable cause to believe the judge committed misconduct,
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) it may propose a private admonition or deferred}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 discipline agreement to the respondent and if the respondent}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 consents, it shall admonish the respondent or implement the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
deferred disciplinary agreement; in addition, it may assess costs}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 against the respondent as a condition of the private admonition}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 or deferred disciplinary agreement;}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) if the respondent does not consent to the admonishment}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 or the deferred discipline, the investigative panel may direct}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disciplinary counsel either to file formal charges or dismiss the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
complaint; or
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (c) it may direct disciplinary counsel to file formal charges.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Immunity from Criminal Prosecution. Whenever a witness}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
invokes his or her privilege against self-incrimination as a basis for}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
refusing to answer a question or to produce other evidence that may be}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
relevant to a discipline or incapacity proceeding, disciplinary counsel}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 may apply to the appropriate court for a g
rant of immunity from criminal}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 prosecution and shall give notice of the application to the prosecuting}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 authority. If the court grants the order, the witness may not refuse to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 comply with the order on the basis of the witness's privilege against }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 self-incrimination}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 ,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 but no testimony or other evidence compelled under such}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 an order shall be used against the witness in any criminal case. The}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 witness may be prosecuted for perjury or contempt committed in}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
answering or failing to answer in accordance with the order.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid3937891 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 18. USE OF ALLEGATIONS FROM DISMISSED CASES.}{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 If a complaint has been dismissed, the allegations made in that}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
complaint shall not be used for any purpose in any judicial or lawyer}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
disciplinary proceeding against the judge. If additional information}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
becomes known to disciplinary counsel regarding a complaint that has}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
been dismissed before the filing of formal charges, the allegations may}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 be reinvestigated with permission of the Committee on Judicial
}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Discipline.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 19. FORMAL CHARGES.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 The formal charges shall give fair and adequate notice of the nature}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of the alleged misconduct or incapacity. Disciplinary counsel shall file}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the formal charges with the Special Court. Disciplinary counsel shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 cause a copy of the formal charges to be served upon the respondent or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 respondent's counsel pursuant to Rule 13 and shall file proof of service}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 with the Special Court.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 20. ANSWER.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Time. The respondent shall file a written answer with the Special}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court and serve a copy on disciplinary counsel within 20 days after}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  service of the formal charges, }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 unless the time is extended by the Special}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Waiver of Privilege. The raising of a mental or physical}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
condition as a defense constitutes a waiver of medical privilege pursuant}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 to Rule 27(D}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 ) (}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 4).
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 21. FAILURE TO ANSWER/FAILURE TO APPEAR.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Failure to Answer. Failure to answer the formal charges shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 constitute an admission of the factual allegations.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Failure to Appear. If the respondent should fail to appear when}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 specifically so ordered by the Special Court or the Supreme Court of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Guam, the respondent shall be deemed to have admitted the factual}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
allegations which were to be the subject of such appearance and to have}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 conceded the merits o
f any motion or recommendations to be considered}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 at such appearance. Absent good cause, the Special Court or Supreme}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court shall not continue or delay proceedings because of the respondent's}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 failure to appear.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Nothing in this Rule shall be construed to relieve disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 counsel from the burden of proof or persuasion in establishing a }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 prima}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 facie }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 case of misconduct.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 22. DISCOVERY.
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Witnesses. Within 20 days of the filing of an answer,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
disciplinary counsel and respondent shall exchange the names and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
addresses of all persons known to have knowledge of the relevant facts.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Disciplinary counsel or the respondent may withhold such information}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 only with permission of the Special Court, which can authorize}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
withholding of the information only for good cause shown, taking into}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
consideration the materiality of the information possessed by the person}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
known to have knowledge of the relevant facts and the position such}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 person occupies in relation to the judge. The Special Court
\rquote s review of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the withholding request is to be }{\i\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 in camera}
{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 , but disciplinary counsel must}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
advise respondent of the request without disclosing the subject of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
request. The Special Court shall set a date not less than thirty [30] days}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
prior to the completion of discovery for the exchange of the names and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
addresses of all witnesses the parties intend to call at the hearing.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Disciplinary counsel and respondent may take depositions only of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
witnesses to be called at the hearing and other witnesses who are}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
unavailable to testify. Depositions of other persons may be taken only}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
with permission of the Special Court and only for good cause shown.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Other Evidence. Disciplinary counsel and respondent shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
exchange:}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) non-privileged evidence relevant to the formal charges,}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 documents to be presented at the hearing, and witness statements of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 those who will be called at the hearing; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid3937891 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) other material only upon good cause shown to the Special}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Exculpatory Evidence. Disciplinary counsel shall provide}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
respondent with exculpatory evidence relevant to the formal charges.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Duty of Supplementation. Both parties have a continuing duty to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 supplement information required to be exchanged under this Rule.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Completion of Discovery. Unless extended by the Special Court}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 for good cause shown, all discovery shall be completed within 60 days of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the filing of the answer.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (F) Failure to Disclose. Taking into consideration the reasons for the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 failure to disclose, the prejudice to the party calling the witness if the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 witness is not called and the extent to which the opposing party will be}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 prejudiced by the lack of advance disclosure, the Special Court may}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 preclude either party from calling a witness at the hearing if the party has}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 not provided the opposing party with the witness's name and address, or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 any statements taken from the witness.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (G) Resolution of Disputes. Disputes concerning discovery shall be}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 determined by the Special Court. The decisions of the Special Court}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 concerning discovery may not be appealed before the entry of the final}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 order.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (H) Civil Rules Not Applicable. Proceedings under these Rules are}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 not subject to the Guam Rules of Civil Procedure regarding discovery}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 except those rules relating to depositions and subpoenas.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid3937891 RULE 23. DISCIPLINE BY CONSENT.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Approval. At any time after the filing of formal charges and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
before final disposition, the respondent may agree with disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
counsel that the respondent shall admit to any or all of the formal charges}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
in exchange for a stated sanction. The agreement shall be submitted to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the Special Court, which shall either:
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) reject the agreement and generally state the reasons therefor;}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) submit the agreement to the Supreme Court of Guam for
\par approval.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid3937891 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Rejection of Sanction. If the stated sanction is rejected by the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Special Court or the Supreme Court, the admission shall be withdrawn}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and cannot be used against the respondent in any proceedings.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Affidavit of Consent. A respondent who consents to a stated}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
sanction shall sign an affidavit stating that:
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) the respondent consents to the sanction;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) the consent is freely and voluntarily rendered;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) there is presently pending a proceeding involving allegations}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of misconduct; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) the facts set forth in the affidavit are true.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Order of Discipline. The Special Court shall file the affidavit}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 with the Supreme Court. The affidavit shall remain confidential until it is}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 accepted by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court shall either reject}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the agreement generally stating the reasons therefor or enter the order}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disciplining the respondent. The final order of discipline shall be based}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 upon the formal charges and the conditional admission.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10422405 RULE 24. HEARING.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Scheduling. Upon receipt of the respondent's answer or upon}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
expiration of the time to answer, the Special Court shall schedule a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
public hearing and notify disciplinary counsel and respondent of the date,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 time and place of the hearing.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Hearing Panel. The hearing shall be conducted by the Special
\par Court.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Conduct of Hearing.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) All testimony shall be under oath.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) Disciplinary counsel shall present evidence on formal}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 charges.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) Disciplinary counsel may call the respondent as a witness.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) Both parties shall be permitted to present evidence and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 produce and cross-examine witnesses.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (5) The hearing shall be recorded verbatim. Whenever a}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 transcript is requested by respondent, disciplinary counsel, a member}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 of the Special Court, or the Supreme Court, a transcript of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
hearing or that part of the hearing requested shall be produced}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 promptly and shall be provided to the respondent without cost.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (6) Disciplinary counsel and the respondent may submit}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 proposed findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommendations}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 for sanction or order of dismissal to the Special Court.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (7) If a hearing officer is used, the findings are to be submitted}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 to the Special Court.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Dismissal or Recommendation for Sanction. The Special Court}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
shall either dismiss the case or recommend a sanction to the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Court of Guam. The Special Court shall decide a matter only upon the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 concurrence of a majority of its members.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Submission of the Report. Within 30 days after the hearing or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 after the filing of the transcript if one was requested, the Special Court}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall file with the Supreme Court the record of the proceeding and a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 report setting forth a written summary, proposed findings of fact,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 conclusions of law, any minority opinions and the order of dismissal or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 recommendation for sanction. The Special Court shall at the same time}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 serve the report upon the respondent and disciplinary counsel.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (F) Notice of Exceptions. Within 20 days of receipt of the Special}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court\rquote s report, the respondent and disciplinary counsel may file with the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court notice of exceptions to the findings, conclusions or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 recommendations for sanction or order of dismissal of the Special Court}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and the request for any further transcripts. The failure to file notice of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 exceptions constitutes acceptance of the findings of fact, conclusions of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 law and order of dismissal or recommendation for sanction.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (G) Notice to the Guam Bar Ethics Committee. Whenever the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Special Court recommends the suspension or removal of a respondent, it}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
shall serve a copy of its report on the Guam Bar Ethics Committee at the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
same time the report is filed with the Supreme Court. The Guam Bar}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Ethics Committee may file with the Supreme Court recommendations for}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 imposing lawyer disciplinary sanctions on the respondent.
\par Recommendations from the Guam Bar Ethics Committee shall be filed in}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 a brief in accordance with Rule 25(B).
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10422405 RULE 25. REVIEW BY SUPREME COURT OF GUAM.
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Expedited Consideration.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) The Clerk of the Supreme Court shall docket for expedited}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 consideration any case in which the Special Court recommended a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 sanction or a notice of exceptions was filed.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) In cases the Special Court has dismissed to which no}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 exceptions were filed, the dismissal shall be final if the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court has not ordered a review within 15 days.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Brief and Supplementary Filings.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) Disciplinary counsel, the respondent and the Guam Bar}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Ethics Committee, if it is entitled to file pursuant to Rule 24(G), shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 file briefs as follows: upon the filing of the record, the Clerk of Court}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall issue a briefing schedule granting the excepting party(ies) 30}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 days to file its opening brief. Opposing }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 party (}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
ies) shall have 20 days}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 to file the opposition brief. The excepting }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 party (}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 ies) shall have 7}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 days to file any reply.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) If the Supreme Court desires an expansion of the record or}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 additional findings, it shall remand the case to the Special Court with}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 appropriate directions, retain jurisdiction and withhold action}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
pending receipt of the additional filing.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) The Supreme Court may order additional briefs or oral}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 arguments as to the entire case or specified issues.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Stay for Further Proceedings. If during review by the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court the Special Court receives another complaint against the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
respondent, the disciplinary counsel shall advise the Supreme Court. The}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court may stay its review pending the Special Court
\rquote s}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 determination of the second complaint. The Supreme Court may impose}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 a single sanction covering all recommendations for discipline from the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Special Court against a respondent.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Decision.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) The Supreme Court shall file a written decision dismissing}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the case or imposing a sanction. All decisions issued by the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court shall be published for the guidance of other judges and for}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
public information.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) The Supreme Court may accept, reject or modify in whole or}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 in part the findings and conclusions of the Special Court.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) The Supreme Court may assess costs against the respondent}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 if it finds the respondent committed misconduct.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10422405 RULE 26. COMPLAINT AGAINST A MEMBER OF THE
\par SUPREME COURT OF GUAM.}{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Proceedings Generally. A complaint against a member of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Supreme Court of Guam shall proceed in the same manner as a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 complaint against any other judge except as set forth in this Rule.}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Special Supreme Court. Upon either a motion by disciplinary}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
counsel or the Supreme Court of Guam\rquote s own motion for interim}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
suspension of a member of the Supreme Court pursuant to Rule 15(A) or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 a finding o
f reasonable cause to believe misconduct was committed by a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 member of the Supreme Court of Guam pursuant to Rule 17(B}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 ) (}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 2), a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Special Supreme Court shall be constituted. The Special Supreme Court}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall consist of a number of judges equal to the number of justices of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of Guam. Judges of the Special Supreme Court shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
meet the same qualifications as a regularly appointed Justice of the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Supreme Court. Selection of the Judges of the Special Supreme Court}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall be determined by the Clerk of the
 Supreme Court, by lot, from a list}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 maintained by the Clerk of the Supreme Court of Guam of qualified and}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 available persons.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Stipulated Dispositions. Final review of a stipulation pursuant to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Rule 23 shall be by the Committee on Judicial Discipline and the Special}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Final Disposition. If neither the disciplinary counsel nor the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 respondent objects to the decision of the Special Court pursuant to Rule}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 24(D), the decision shall be final and the Special Supreme Court shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 not review the matter. If either the disciplinary counsel or the respondent}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  objects, the }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Special Court shall file its report and conclusions, any}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
minority opinion and the record of the proceedings with the Special}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court which shall review the matter pursuant to Rule 25.

\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\b\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid10422405 RULE 27. CASES INVOLVING ALLEGATIONS OF MENTAL
\par OR PHYSICAL INCAPACITY.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (A) Initiation of Incapacity Proceeding. An incapacity proceeding}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 can be initiated by complaint, by a claim of inability to defend in a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disciplinary proceeding or by an order of involuntary commitment or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 adjudication of incompetency.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (B) Proceedings to Determine Incapacity Generally. All incapacity}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 proceedings shall be conducted in accordance with the procedures for}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 disciplinary proceedings, except:
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) the purpose of the incapacity proceedings shall be to}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 determine whether the judge suffers from a physical or mental}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 condition that adversely affects the judge's ability to perform judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 functions;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) all of the proceedings shall be confidential;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) the Committee on Judicial Discipline may appoint a lawyer}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 to represent the judge if the judge is without representation; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) if the Supreme Court concludes that the judge is}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacitated to hold judicial office, it may enter any order}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 appropriate to the circumstances, the nature of the incapacity and the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 probable length of the period of incapacity, including:
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (a) retiring the judge;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (b) transferring the judge to judicial incapacity inactive}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 status;
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (c) if the Supreme Court concludes that the judge is}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacitated to practice law, transferring the judge to lawyer}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacity inactive status; and
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li1440\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin1440\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (d) if a judicial disciplinary proceeding against the judge is}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 pending and the Supreme Court concludes that the judge is}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacitated to defend, deferring the disciplinary proceeding,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
pursuant to Rule }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid6966772\charrsid1007843 27.D (}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 2).
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (C) Involuntary Commitment or Adjudication of Incompetency. If a}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 judge has been judicially declared incompetent or is involuntarily}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 committed on the grounds of incompetency or incapacity by a final}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
judicial order after a judicial hearing, the Supreme Court, upon receipt of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
a certified copy of the order, shall enter an order immediately}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 transferring the judge to both lawyer and judicial
 incapacity inactive}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 status. A copy of the order shall be served, in the manner the Supreme}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court shall direct, upon the judge, his or her guardian or the director of}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the institution to which the judge has been committed.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (D) Inability to Properly Defend in a Disciplinary Proceeding.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) If in the course of a disciplinary proceeding a judge alleges}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 an inability to assist in the defense due to mental or physical}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacity, disciplinary counsel shall notify the Supreme Court. The}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court shall immediately transfer the judge to lawyer and}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
judicial incapacity inactive status pending a determination by the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court of the incapacity pursuant to Rule 27(B). A}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 determination by the Committee on Judicial Discipline that the judge}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 is able to assist in his or her own defense is interlocutory and may}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 not be appealed before entry of a final order in the proceeding.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) If, pursuant to Rule 27(B), the Supreme Court determines the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 claim of inability to defend is valid, the disciplinary proceeding shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 be deferred. Any investigation of the disciplinary complaint may}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
continue. The judge shall be retained on lawyer and judicial}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacity inactive status until the Supreme Court grants a petition}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 for reinstatement to active status as a lawyer or judge. If the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court considering the petition for reinstatement to active status}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
determines that the petition shall be granted, the Supreme Court shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 also determine the disposition of the interrupted disciplinary
}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 proceedings.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) If, pursuant to Rule 27(B), the Supreme Court determines}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 that the claim of inability to defend is invalid but that the judge is}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacitated to hold judicial office, the disciplinary proceeding shall}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 resume. The judge shall be retained on judicial incapacity inactive}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 status.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) The raising of mental or physical condition as a defense to or}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 in mitigation of formal charges constitutes a waiver of medical}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 privilege.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (E) Stipulated Disposition.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) The Special Court shall designate one or more qualified}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 medical, psychiatric or psychological experts to examine the judge}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 prior to the hearing on the matter. The Special Court may designate}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 an expert agreed upon by disciplinary counsel and the judge. The}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
expert or experts shall report to the highest court and the parties.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) After receipt of the examination report, disciplinary counsel}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and the judge may agree upon proposed findings of fact, conclusions,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and order. The stipulated disposition shall be submitted to the}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
Special Court for a recommendation to the Supreme Court for}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 approval or rejection. The final decision on the recommendation}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 shall be made by the Supreme Court.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) If the Supreme Court accepts the stipulated disposition, the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court shall enter an order in accordance with its terms. If}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the stipulated disposition is rejected by the Supreme Court, it shall be}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 withdrawn and cannot be used against the judge in any proceedings.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 If the Supreme Court rejects the stipulated disposition, the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court shall order that the hearing proceed.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid1007843 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (F) Reinstatement from Incapacity Inactive Status.
\par }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (1) No judge transferred to incapacity inactive status may}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 resume active status except by order of the Supreme Court.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (2) Any judge transferred to incapacity inactive status shall be}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 entitled to petition for transfer to active status once a year or at}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 whatever shorter intervals the Supreme Court may direct in the }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 order transferring}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843  the judge to incapacity inactive status or any}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
modifications thereof.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (3) Upon the filing of a petition for transfer to active status, the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court may take or direct whatever action it deems}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 necessary or proper to determine whether the incapacity has been}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
removed, including a direction for an examination of the judge by}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 qualified medical or psychological experts designated by the}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Supreme Court.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (4) With the filing of a petition for reinstatement to active status,}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 the judge shall be required to disclose the name of each psychiatrist,}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 psychologist, physician and hospital or other institution by whom or}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 in which the judge has been examined or treated since the transfer to}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 incapacity inactive status. The judge shall furnish to the Supreme}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 Court written consent to the release of information and records}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 
relating to the incapacity if requested by the Supreme Court or }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid1007843 court appointed}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 medical or psychological experts.
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \ql \li720\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin720\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 (5) If a judge transferred to lawyer incapacity inactive status}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 on the basis of a judicial determination of incompetence has been}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 declared to be competent, the Supreme Court may dispense with}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 furt
her evidence that the incapacity to practice law has been removed}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 and may immediately direct reinstatement to active status as a}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405  }{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10831698\charrsid1007843 lawyer.}{\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid11087364 
\par }\pard \ql \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 
\par }\pard \qc \li0\ri0\widctlpar\wrapdefault\aspalpha\aspnum\faauto\adjustright\rin0\lin0\itap0\pararsid10422405 {\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405 ---------------------------------------------}{
\f0\lang1033\langfe1033\langnp1033\insrsid10422405\charrsid10422405 
\par }}