In the Matter of Jenrette

Respondent was temporarily suspended from the practice of law following his conviction in federal court of bribery and conspiracy. The hearing panel and Executive Committee recommended disbarment. We agree disbarment is the appropriate sanction.

The facts which led to respondent’s conviction are reported in United States v. Jenrette, 744 F. (2d) 817 (D. C. Cir. 1984). The only matter to be determined is the appropriate sanction to be imposed. Rule 6(C), Rule on Disciplinary Procedure.

At the time of his criminal activity, respondent was a United States Congressman from the Sixth Congressional…