Narrative Opinion Summary
The Wyoming Supreme Court issued a public censure against attorney Ronald G. Pretty following the recommendation of the Board of Professional Responsibility of the Wyoming State Bar. The disciplinary action stemmed from Pretty's professional misconduct. As part of the order, Pretty is required to complete four hours of continuing legal education on ethics by July 1, 2013. Additionally, he must reimburse the Wyoming State Bar for $1,857.89 in costs and pay a $500 administrative fee, amounting to a total of $2,357.89, by April 1, 2013. The order will be recorded as a public document, and details of the censure will be published in the Wyoming Reporter and the Pacific Reporter. The decision was formalized on January 30, 2013, under the supervision of Chief Justice Marilyn S. Kite, with Justice Voigt recused and Retired Justice Michael Golden participating by assignment. The order ensures transparency and holds Pretty accountable for his misconduct, emphasizing the importance of ethical practice in the legal profession.
Legal Issues Addressed
Continuing Legal Education Requirementsubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: As part of the disciplinary action, Ronald G. Pretty is mandated to complete additional legal education focused on ethics.
Reasoning: He is required to complete four hours of continuing legal education on ethics by July 1, 2013.
Publication of Disciplinary Orderssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The disciplinary order against Ronald G. Pretty will be made a public record and published in relevant legal reporters.
Reasoning: The Order and the report will be published in the Wyoming Reporter and the Pacific Reporter.
Public Censure of Attorneyssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: The Wyoming Supreme Court publicly censured Ronald G. Pretty for professional misconduct as recommended by the Board of Professional Responsibility.
Reasoning: The Wyoming Supreme Court issued an Order of Public Censure against Ronald G. Pretty, an attorney (WSB #5-1466), following a Report and Recommendation for Public Censure by Consent from the Board of Professional Responsibility of the Wyoming State Bar.
Reimbursement and Administrative Costs in Disciplinary Proceedingssubscribe to see similar legal issues
Application: Ronald G. Pretty is obligated to reimburse costs incurred by the Wyoming State Bar and pay an administrative fee as part of the disciplinary action.
Reasoning: Pretty must reimburse the Wyoming State Bar $1,857.89 for costs incurred in this matter, alongside a $500 administrative fee, totaling $2,357.89, to be paid by April 1, 2013.