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Paralegal

Category - Ethics

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Which of the following is NOT included as a prohibited professional misconduct under the Model Rules?
  1. A violation or attempted violation of the Model Rules.
  2. Any act resulting in civil liability for negligence.
  3. A criminal act that reflects adversely on the honesty or trustworthiness of the lawyer.
  4. Assisting or inducing another to violate the Model Rules.
  5. Stating or implying an ability to influence a government agency or official.
  6. Committing an act involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation.
  7. Engaging in puffery or hyperbole while running for public office.
  8. Engaging in conduct that is prejudicial to the administration of justice.
Explanation
Answer: C - Engaging in puffery or hyperbole while running for public office. Professional misconduct results if, among other things, a lawyer: (1) states or implies an ability to influence a government agency or official; (2) commits an act involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation; (3) engages in conduct that is prejudicial to the administration of justice; or (4) knowingly assists a judge in a violation of the code of judicial conduct. Model Rule 8.4(c)-(f). Answer C is the correct choice because engaging in puffery or hyperbole (exaggeration) while running for office is not prohibited professional misconduct.
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