In the Matter of Craig S. Bonnell

Summary

The Court rejected the Bar’s Notice of Discipline seeking a public reprimand because the default record did not provide sufficient information to determine the appropriate sanction. Although Bonnell’s default admitted the alleged facts and waived an evidentiary hearing, the Bar misstated the available sanctions, inadequately documented prior discipline, and did not clarify potential restitution. The Court indicated that any renewed disciplinary effort should seek a more commensurate sanction or explain the basis for a lesser one.