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MT SB49
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits judicial officers from initiating or conducting professional disciplinary proceedings against attorneys serving as constitutional officers (Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Superintendent of Public Instruction) or legislators for actions taken during their term that could deter constitutional rights or impede execution of office
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Bars disciplinary proceedings even after the attorney leaves office if the basis for the proceeding arose while in office
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Allows an exception for judges to discipline attorneys for courtroom behavior that disrupts judicial proceedings
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Permits affected attorneys to file a motion to dismiss or motion to quash disciplinary proceedings under this section
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Effective immediately upon passage with retroactive applicability to any disciplinary proceedings occurring on or after January 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Exempt lawyers serving in certain public offices from professional disciplinary measure and proceedings for actions taken while in office
Judges and Justices
Last Action
(S) Died in Process
5/23/2025