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What is the maximum fine that can be imposed on a person found guilty of unlawfully practicing law?
What is the maximum fine that can be imposed on a person found guilty of unlawfully practicing law?
- $1,000 (correct)
- $750
- $500
- $1,500
What is the maximum jail sentence that can be imposed on a person found guilty of unlawfully practicing law?
What is the maximum jail sentence that can be imposed on a person found guilty of unlawfully practicing law?
- 9 months
- 6 months
- 18 months
- 1 year (correct)
If a person is found guilty of unlawfully practicing law, what are the potential penalties?
If a person is found guilty of unlawfully practicing law, what are the potential penalties?
- A fine only
- Imprisonment only
- Both a fine and imprisonment (correct)
- Any of the above
Which of the following individuals could potentially be charged with unlawfully practicing law?
Which of the following individuals could potentially be charged with unlawfully practicing law?
What type of offense is the unlawful practice of law considered?
What type of offense is the unlawful practice of law considered?
An individual not authorized to practice law provides legal advice for a fee. What potential consequences could they face?
An individual not authorized to practice law provides legal advice for a fee. What potential consequences could they face?
An individual whose State Bar membership is inactive engages in legal representation. What legal violation might have occurred?
An individual whose State Bar membership is inactive engages in legal representation. What legal violation might have occurred?
What condition must be met for someone to legally practice law?
What condition must be met for someone to legally practice law?
A person facing charges for unlawful practice of law claims they were unaware of the requirement to be an active member of the State Bar. How will this likely affect the outcome?
A person facing charges for unlawful practice of law claims they were unaware of the requirement to be an active member of the State Bar. How will this likely affect the outcome?
A non-attorney prepares legal documents for a friend without charging any fees. Could this be considered unlawful practice of law?
A non-attorney prepares legal documents for a friend without charging any fees. Could this be considered unlawful practice of law?
Flashcards
Unlawful Practice of Law
Unlawful Practice of Law
Practicing law without being an active member of the State Bar or authorized by statute/court rule.
Study Notes
- Practicing law without being an active member of the State Bar, or without other statutory or court authorization, is a misdemeanor.
- The punishment for unlawful practice of law includes:
- Up to one year in a county jail, and/or
- A fine of up to $1,000.
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