Sanctions Flashcards

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What is the purpose of sanctions?

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(Bolton v Law Society) to maintain the reputation of the profession as one which every member, of whatever standing, may be trusted to the ends of the earth

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What is the procedure for sanctions?

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  1. Initial assessment of complaint or allegation
  2. formal investigation
  3. decision by investigations and enforcement team or IDB
  4. administrative sanction by IDB or refer to Disciplinary tribunal
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What is the purpose of the BSB Disciplinary Tribunal?

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They deal with very serious breaches of conduct or if a barrister doesn’t agree to determination by consent procedure

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What penalties can the Bar Tribunals and Adjudication Service provide?

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  1. disbarment
  2. suspension
  3. order for removal of practising certificate
  4. a fine
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What is the order for sanctions bodies?

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  1. IDB
  2. BSB Disciplinary Tribunal
  3. Bar Tribunals and Adjudication Service
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