An attorney represents a client who is a fugitive from justice under indictment for armed robbery. After thorough legal research and investigation of the facts, the attorney reasonably believes the indictment is fatally defective and should be dismissed as a matter of law. Is the attorney subject to discipline if he continues to represent the client?

An attorney represents a client who is a fugitive from justice under indictment for armed robbery. After thorough legal research and investigation of the facts, the attorney reasonably believes the indictment is fatally defective and should be dismissed as a matter of law. Is the attorney subject to discipline if he continues to represent the client?

• A. No, because the attorney is not counseling the client to avoid arrest and prosecution.
• B. Yes, because continuing representation is misconduct.
• C. Yes, if the attorney knows the client is committing a crime.
• D. No, because the attorney's task is to represent client.

Answer: (A)