Hunter Biden has made the choice to surrender his license to practice law in Washington, D.C. due to his criminal record.
Background on the Decision
The D.C. Bar’s Board on Professional Responsibility, responsible for attorney discipline, disclosed Hunter Biden’s decision in recent public filings.
Avoiding Lengthy Legal Proceedings
By voluntarily accepting disbarment, Hunter Biden sidesteps potential prolonged legal battles regarding the impact of his previous criminal convictions. In June, he was found guilty of possessing a firearm while under the influence of illegal substances and providing false information on a gun purchase document. Subsequently, in September, he admitted guilt to tax evasion and related offenses.
Presidential Pardon
In December, his father, former President Joe Biden, granted him pardons for all these offenses.
Board Recommendations
The specifics of Biden’s decision were kept confidential by the board as part of their standard procedure. The board has suggested that the D.C. Court of Appeals, the ultimate authority on attorney discipline, approve Biden’s voluntary disbarment.
