In re Cozza

*224OPINION OF THE COURT

The petition, dated July 24, 1997, contains two charges of professional misconduct against the respondent. After a hearing, the Special Referee sustained both charges. The Grievance Committee now moves to confirm the Special Referee’s report. The respondent has not submitted any papers in reply.

Charge One alleged that the respondent was convicted of a serious crime within the meaning of Judiciary Law § 90 (4) (d) and 22 NYCRR 691.7 (b). On January 24, 1997, the respondent pleaded guilty before the Honorable Charles L. Brieant, United States District Court, Southern…