In the Matter of Roberts

This disciplinary matter is before the Court on John Alfred Roberts’ petition for voluntary discipline. Roberts seeks the imposition of a six-month suspension for his violation of Rule 8.4 (a) (4) of the Rules of Professional Conduct found in Bar Rule 4-102 (d). A violation of Rule 8.4 (a) (4) may be punished by disbarment. The Special Master, Chris C. Howard, Jr., and the State Bar recommend that the petition be accepted. The Court has previously rejected Roberts’ petitions seeking a public reprimand and a Review Panel reprimand based on the same conduct. See In the Matter of John Alfred…