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Rule 214 Dismissal Not Justified

(a) Generally. Except as described in subsection (b), the following situations will not justify dismissal of an initial complaint or a report, a docketed complaint, or a formal complaint:

(1) the unwillingness or neglect of the complainant to cooperate in the disciplinary investigation or board proceeding;

(2) a settlement or compromise between the complainant and the respondent; or

(3) restitution by the respondent.

(b) Exception. Unique circumstances may justify dismissal.

Amendment history: New rule adopted effective January 1, 2021.