People v. Vivarttas

I. ISSUE

Disbarment is generally appropriate when a lawyer, with the intent to deceive a court, makes a false statement or submits a false document, and causes a potentially significant adverse effect on the proceedings. Suspension is appropriate when a lawyer knows of a false submission and takes no remedial action. Respondent knowingly testified falsely under oath and knowingly produced a false receipt at her jury trial for shoplifting. What is the appropriate sanction for her misconduct?

II. PROCEDURAL HISTORY AND FACTUAL BACKGROUND

Respondent failed to file an answer in these proceedings and…