The public curiosity in the correct administration of justice should not be sacrificed within the curiosity of expediency. 5.1-7 Before a charge is laid or at any time after a cost is laid, a lawyer for an accused or potential accused might discuss with the prosecutor the attainable disposition of the case, unless the client instructs in any other case. [0.1] Unless clearly qualified, the lawyer’s endeavor is a personal promise and responsibility. 5.1-5 A lawyer shall be courteous, civil, and act in good faith to the tribunal and with all persons with whom the lawyer has dealings. If the …
