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V.R.Pr.C. 4.5
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Rule 4.5 Threatening Criminal Prosecution
Vermont Rules of Professional Conduct
Rule Text
A lawyer shall not present, participate in presenting, or threaten to present criminal charges in order to obtain an advantage in a civil matter.
Amendment history: Amended June 17, 2009, eff. Sept. 1, 2009.