In re Werlin

OPINION OF THE COURT

In this proceeding the Special Referee sustained the two *78charges of professional misconduct alleged against the respondent. The petitioner moved to confirm the report of the Special Referee. The respondent also moved to confirm the report, but requested that this court dismiss Charge One only to the extent that it charges that the respondent is guilty of a "serious crime”.

Charge One alleged that on or about July 14, 1986, the respondent was convicted of criminal contempt of court, a "serious crime” as defined by section 691.7 (b) of the rules of this court (22 NYCRR 691.7…