The Iowa Supreme Court has suspended the law license of former South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg. The decision came after Ravnsborg was involved in a fatal car crash in 2020 that resulted in the death of Joe Boever.
Ravnsborg claimed he thought he hit a deer, but it was later discovered that he had struck and killed Boever. He was charged with three misdemeanors related to the crash, including operating a motor vehicle while using a mobile electronic device, lane driving, and careless driving. However, he was acquitted of all charges in a trial earlier this year.
Despite being cleared of criminal charges, the Iowa court found that Ravnsborg’s actions still warranted disciplinary action. The court determined that he had violated professional rules of conduct and demonstrated a lack of candor during the investigation into the crash.
As a result of the suspension, Ravnsborg will not be allowed to practice law in Iowa for an indefinite period. He can still petition for reinstatement, but will have to demonstrate that he has addressed the underlying issues that led to his license being suspended.
Ravnsborg’s legal troubles have been ongoing since the crash, and the Iowa court’s decision adds another layer to the fallout from the incident. The suspension of his law license is a significant blow to his career and reputation as a former state attorney general.
The case highlights the importance of ethical conduct for legal professionals, and serves as a reminder of the consequences that can result from failure to uphold professional standards.
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