Rule 35 Partial admissions

This rule applies if the respondent makes a partial admission to the misconduct alleged in the complaint (whether in a response under rule 33 or subsequently in the proceedings).

The Investigation and Tribunals Team may make an application to the Chair of the tribunal or court to discontinue proceedings in respect of the complaint (including the parts of the complaint in respect of which no admission is made).

Before making an application under paragraph (2), the Investigation and Tribunals Team must consult the complainant.

An application under paragraph (2) must be made in accordance with rule 105.