As amended through November 5, 2024
Rule 210 - Standards for Disqualification(a) The following shall constitute criteria for disqualification of an Applicant on character and fitness grounds: (1) Conviction of a serious crime, as defined in I.B.C.R. 501;(2) The adjudication of acts while a juvenile which, if done by an adult, would be a serious crime, as defined in I.B.C.R. 501, unless special circumstances excuse the Applicant;(3) Any conduct which, in the judgment of the CF Committee or Board, demonstrates that the Applicant has exhibited conduct substantially evidencing an inclination to: (B) Take unfair advantage of others;(C) Be disloyal to those to whom loyalty is legally owed;(D) Be financially irresponsible in business, professional or personal matters;(E) Support or advocate the overthrow of the government of the United States by force;(F) Engage in the unauthorized practice of law;(G) Violate reasonable rules of conduct governing any activity in which Applicant has been engaged;(H) Fail to exercise substantial self-control, including excessive and continuing violation of traffic rules, improper use of drugs or excessive use of alcohol; or(I) Be mentally or emotionally unstable to the extent that, in the opinion of the CF Committee or Board, the Applicant is not suited to practice law;(4) The absence of one or more of the essential eligibility requirements to practice law as set forth in Rule 201; or(5) Any conduct which the Supreme Court has considered as grounds for suspension or disbarment under I.B.C.R. 506.(b) The following conduct will not, in and of itself, be considered as indicating a lack of character or fitness: (1) Traffic violations, unless such violations involve substantial disregard of the rights or safety of others or evidence substantial or continuing lack of self-discipline;(2) Boisterous or rowdy behavior; or(3) Misconduct remote in time, unless the misconduct was felonious in nature or recently repeated in similar situations.(c) A final decision having the legal effect of acquitting an Applicant of criminal charges shall not affect the right of the CF Committee or Board to give consideration to the Applicant's conduct.