The case against Clark in Georgia similarly centers on the “exact same letter,” noted MacDougald during Thursday’s proceedings.
Related Criminal Matter
In recent filings with the disciplinary board, Clark stated that deferring an ethics case until the resolution of a related criminal matter was the typical approach. He added that it would help address Fifth Amendment concerns.
However, the disciplinary office opposes deferring the case. They argue that there is no substantial likelihood that the criminal proceedings will resolve critical issues in the disciplinary case. Additionally, a deferral could lead to indefinite delays, and board rules do not permit deferral to protect Fifth Amendment rights.
No Immediate Comments
Counsel for Clark did not immediately respond to requests for comments following the hearing. The disciplinary office declined to comment on the ongoing proceedings.
Clark is represented by Harry W. MacDougald of Caldwell Carlson Elliott & DeLoach, Charles Burnham of Burnham & Gorokhov PLLC, and Robert A. Destro.
