Rule 11-550. Diversion referrals, authority, and responsibilities.
(a) Referral to diversion. In a matter involving lessserious misconduct under Rule 11-551, upon receiving a Complaint and before the matter is submitted to ascreening panel, the Respondent may have the optionof electing to have the matter referred to diversion, the appropriateness ofwhich the OPC will determine.
(c) Notice to Complainant. The OPCwill notify the Complainant, if any, of the proposed decision to refer theRespondent to diversion, and the Complainant may submit written comments. TheComplainant will be notified when the Complaint is diverted and when theComplaint is dismissed. All notices will be sent to the Complainant?s addressaccording to the OPC?s records. Such decision to divert or dismiss is notappealable.
(d) Effect of not participating in diversion. TheRespondent has the right to decline to participate in diversion. If theRespondent chooses not to participate in diversion, the matter proceeds underthese rules.