People v. Espinoza

OPINION AND ORDER IMPOSING SANCTIONS

SANCTION IMPOSED: ATTORNEY SUSPENDED FOR SIX (6) MONTHS WITH FORMAL REINSTATEMENT PROCEEDINGS REQUIRED

A trial was held on April 25, 2000, before the Presiding Disciplinary Judge ("PDJ") and two hearing board members, Daniel A. Vigil and Mickey W. Smith both members of the Bar. James C. Coyle, Assistant Attorney Regulation Counsel represented the People of the State of Colorado (the "People"). Pamela Espinoza ("Espinoza"), the respondent, did not appear either in person or by counsel.

The People's exhibits 1 through 8 were offered and admitted into evidence.…