As DOJ lawyers face complaints, agency seeks tighter grasp on state bar ethics probes
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The Justice Department wants more control over state bar ethics investigations of its lawyers.
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The Justice Department is seeking greater control over ethics probes conducted by state bar associations. This initiative comes as DOJ lawyers face numerous complaints regarding their conduct. The agency's objective is to address what it perceives as the "weaponization of the justice system" through these disciplinary processes. This move aims to centralize oversight of actions that can lead to disbarment or other professional penalties. The development raises questions about the balance of power between federal agencies and state professional regulatory bodies.
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The Justice Department is seeking greater control over ethics probes by state bar associations.
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