Rule 2.27 Appeal to Supreme Court of Texas

If someone disagrees with a decision made by the Board of Disciplinary Appeals in an evidentiary proceeding, they can appeal that decision to the Texas Supreme Court. This process follows a separate rule, Rule 7.11, which lays out the specific steps for filing that appeal.

This rule also explains that hearings in these disciplinary cases don't always have to happen in person. The office handling the investigation can let or require people to join by phone, video call, or other remote methods. This applies to anyone involved, including the person facing the complaint, their lawyer, witnesses, court reporters, or panel members. Statements or testimony given remotely, as long as they're made under oath, can still count as evidence in the case.

In short, this rule covers two things. First, it tells you where to go if you want to challenge a decision from the disciplinary board: the Texas Supreme Court. Second, it confirms that remote participation, like joining by video or phone, is allowed throughout the disciplinary process, not just for the final appeal.