Supreme Court of Colorado
The People of the State of Colorado v. Daniel Richard Casias
August 31, 2011279 P.3d 667
Summary
The Hearing Board found that Respondent violated Colo. RPC 8.4(d) by accepting a $5,000 retainer from an indigent client while serving as appointed counsel and by making statements that suggested private representation would provide greater effort or advantages. It rejected alleged violations involving conflicts of interest, business transactions, fee disclosures, and dishonesty. Considering the misconduct and aggravating and mitigating factors, the Board imposed public censure and costs.