San Bernrdno, CA 92401-1607
21 August 2009 | Discipline, probation; no actual susp. 06-O-14900 (15 years, 6 months ago) |
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21 November 2000 | Admitted to the State Bar of California (24 years, 3 months ago) |
July 21, 2009 RASHEED SHABAZZ ALEXANDER [#208645], 46, of San Bernardino was suspended for one year, stayed, placed on two years of probation and was ordered to take the MPRE within one year. The order took effect July 21, 2009. Alexander stipulated that he failed to maintain the respect due to the courts and did not report a $1,000 sanction to the State Bar, as required.During a 2006 hearing in San Bernardino Superior Court, Alexander argued with the judge, shouting at him and in the jury’s presence saying five times that the court was unfair to his client and would not let the client tell his story.Outside the jury’s presence, the judge admonished Alexander, saying, “When I rule on objections, I noted that you’ve made facial expressions that appear to be quizzical in the court. You’ve raised your eyebrows, [and] acted surprised. I don’t appreciate it. It is contemptuous, and I will tell you not to do such things when I make rulings. I don’t want you to argue with me, and I want you to follow the court’s directives that you limit your area of inquiry to the appropriate areas of character testimony.â€The judge held Alexander in contempt and imposed a $1,000 sanction.In mitigation, he had no prior discipline record, cooperated with the bar’s investigation, provided evidence of his good character and demonstrated remorse. The incident was isolated. |