We have another jurisdiction promting transparency in attorney discipline with this proposed budget posted on the web page of the New Jersey Supreme Court.

The DOC has reviewed and discussed each category of the proposed 2016 budget, and it believes that maintaining the annual assessment at $148 promotes fiscal responsibility while ensuring a high level of services to·the public and the bar. As is the case with all budgets, the Attorney Disciplinary Budget does not entirely capture the fine work of the OAE, DRB, and volunteers, as they strive to promote confidence in the profession, the disciplinary system, and the judiciary as whole.

The DOC respectfully requests that the Court permit the publication of this Budget Report and the Budget Overview. The DOC recommends that, following the comment period, the Court approve the 2016 Attorney Disciplinary Budget.