In Re Amendments to Rules of the Supreme Court Relating to Admissions to the Bar

This matter is before the Court for consideration of proposed amendments to the Rules of the Supreme Court Relating to Admissions to the Bar (rules). We have jurisdiction. See art. V, § 15, Fla. Const. We amend the rules as set forth below.

The Florida Board of Bar Examiners (Board) proposes the adoption of four new rules — rule 1-12.1 (Deadlines on Weekend or Holiday); 2-13.35 (Application for Admission for Convicted Felon); 4-65.1 (Relating to Educational Qualifications); and 4-65.2 (Relating to Work Product Submission or Rules of Conduct). The Board proposes the amendment of rules 2-13.1…