Minnesota § 481.071 - MISCONDUCT BY ATTORNEYS
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 481.071 — MISCONDUCT BY ATTORNEYS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 481.071. MISCONDUCT BY ATTORNEYS
Every attorney or counselor at law who shall be guilty of any deceit or collusion, or shall consent thereto, with intent to deceive the court or any party, or who shall delay the attorney's client's suit with a view to the attorney's own gain, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and, in addition to the punishment prescribed by law therefor, shall forfeit to the party injured treble damages, to be recovered in a civil action.
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Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 481.071
What does Minnesota Statutes § 481.071 cover?
Section 481.071 ("MISCONDUCT BY ATTORNEYS") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 481.071?
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Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
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How does Minnesota § 481.071 apply to my situation?
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