Supreme Court of Rhode Island

In the Matter of John S. Ciolli

May 3, 20102010 R.I. LEXIS 52

Summary

The Rhode Island Supreme Court suspended attorney John S. Ciolli for six months after his conviction for misdemeanor bookmaking, concluding that even a suspended incarceration sentence tarnishes the integrity of the bar. The court rejected his request for a reprimand, emphasizing the disciplinary function of preserving public confidence and professional integrity.