Current through October 31, 2024
Section 134.219 - Sanctions(a) A Judge may impose appropriate sanctions, except for fees, costs, or monetary penalties, which he or she deems necessary to serve the ends of justice, if a party or its attorney:(1) Fails to comply with an order of the Judge;(2) Fails to comply with the rules set forth in this part;(3) Acts in bad faith or for purposes of delay or harassment;(4) Submits false statements knowingly, recklessly, or with deliberate disregard for the truth; or(5) Otherwise acts in an unethical or disruptive manner.(b) Appropriate sanctions may include:(1) Ordering a pleading or evidentiary filing to be struck from the record;(2) Dismissing an appeal with prejudice;(3) Suspending counsel from practice before OHA;(4) Filing a complaint with the applicable State bar; and(5) Taking any other action that is appropriate to further the administration of justice. 75 FR 47441 , Aug. 6, 2010