Rule 214: Dismissal Not Justified

(a)   Generally. Except as described in subsection (b), the following situations will not justify dismissal of an initial complaint or a report, a docketed complaint, or a formal complaint:

(1)   the unwillingness or neglect of the complainant to cooperate in the disciplinary investigation or board proceeding;

(2)   a settlement or compromise between the complainant and the respondent; or

(3)   restitution by the respondent.

(b)   Exception. Unique circumstances may justify dismissal.

[History: New rule adopted effective January 1, 2021.]