Ala. S. Att'y Discip., SECTION II, C, Standard 9.0, Standard 9.2
9.21. Definition. Aggravation or aggravating circumstances are considerations or factors that may justify an increase in the degree of discipline to be imposed.
9.22. Factors that may be considered in aggravation. Aggravating factors include:
(a) prior disciplinary offenses;
(b) dishonest or selfish motive;
(c) a pattern of misconduct;
(d) multiple offenses;
(e) bad faith obstruction of the disciplinary proceedings by intentionally failing to comply with rules or orders of the disciplinary agency;
(f) submission of false evidence, false statements, or other deceptive practices during the disciplinary process;
(g) refusal to acknowledge wrongful nature of conduct;
(h) vulnerability of victim;
(i) substantial experience in the practice of law;
(j) indifference to making restitution.
Ala. S. Att'y Discip., SECTION II, C, Standard 9.0, Standard 9.2