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The '''Bar Association of Redmont''' (BAR), formerly known as the Redmont Bar Association (RBA), is a government entity separate from any branch. They operate to manage the legal profession, ensure legal compliance, and disbar members.
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The '''Bar Association of Redmont''' (BAR), formerly known as the Redmont Bar Association (RBA), is a government entity separate from any branch.<ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/|name=Bar Association of Redmont Act|section=4|author=ToadKing, [[Aladeen22]], & [[Superwoops]]|introducer=ToadKing|publication_date=4 April 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> The BAR Council manages the legal profession, ensures legal compliance, and may disbar members.<ref name=":1">{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/|name=Bar Association of Redmont Act|section=11|author=ToadKing, [[Aladeen22]], & [[Superwoops]]|introducer=ToadKing|publication_date=4 April 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref><ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/|name=Bar Association of Redmont Act|section=16|author=ToadKing, [[Aladeen22]], & [[Superwoops]]|introducer=ToadKing|publication_date=4 April 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
In 2022, the Redmont Bar Association was formed by the “[https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/redmont-bar-association-act.36318 Redmont Bar Association Act]”. The Redmont Bar Association was established as a legal government entity responsible for overseeing the legal profession and everything related to it.
In 2020, the DC Bar Association was formed by the [https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/legal-board-act.2149/ Legal Board Act].<ref name=":2">{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/legal-board-act.2149/|name=Legal Board Act|section=2|author=Milkcrack|publication_date=24 November 2020|introducer=Milkcrack|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> It was established as a board responsible for debating legal policy, advising Congress on legal policy, making sure lawyers are competent, and managing [[Public Defenders Program|Public Defenders]].<ref name=":3">{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/legal-board-act.2149/|name=Legal Board Act|section=3|author=Milkcrack|publication_date=24 November 2020|introducer=Milkcrack|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> The DC Bar Association also elected a four member council of its members.<ref name=":3" /> The original Council consisted of, [[Magills0819]], [[TpersonH]], [[LilNickiVert]], and with [[Drew_Hall]] being the Chair.{{Citation needed}}


The original Council consisted of, [[Magills0819]], [[TpersonH]], [[LilNickiVert]], and with [[Drew_Hall]] being the Chair.  
In 2021, the DC Bar Association was renamed to the Redmont Bar Association by the [https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/modern-legal-board-act.10471/ Modern Legal Board Act].<ref>{{Cite bill|name=Modern Legal Board Act|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/modern-legal-board-act.10471/|section=4|author=AlexanderLove|introducer=FracturedGhast7|publication_date=2 December 2021|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref>


However in 2025 the Redmont Bar Association was removed by an act of congress. The reason for this was the RBA had not done anything to benefit the members or the Commonwealth. They had only done disbarments and nothing more.
In 2022, the Redmont Bar Association was disbanded by the [https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/even-moderner-legal-board-act.15353/ Even Moderner Legal Board Act]<ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/even-moderner-legal-board-act.15353/|name=Even Moderner Legal Board Act|section=3|author=The_Donuticus|introducer=[[Aladeen22]]|publication_date=2 December 2022|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref>


In 2026, [[Representative]] [[ToadKing]] proposed the reintroduction of the RBA, stating "Establishing a professional association for lawyers encourages cooperation, professional development, and the progress of legal standards,” and "The current “BAR”, established under [https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/executive-order-37-25-the-bar-bring-it-forth.32751/ Executive Order 37/25], is ill-equipped to facilitate the duties for which it was created.”<ref name=":0">{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/|name=Bar Association of Redmont Act|section=2|author=ToadKing, [[Aladeen22]], & [[Superwoops]]|introducer=ToadKing|publication_date=4 April 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> The bill then passed the [[House of Representatives]] and [[Senate]] and received assent from [[President]] [[Technofied]].<ref name=":0" />
In 2023, the Redmont Bar Association was established again by the [https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/super-modern-legal-board-act.16042/ Super Modern Legal Board Act]<ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/super-modern-legal-board-act.16042/|section=4|introducer=bibsfi4a|name=Super Modern Legal Board Act|author=[[Dartanman]] and [[bibsfi4a]]|publication_date=31 January 2023|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> It was charged with advising the government on advising the government on regulating the legal profession, providing legal resources to [[Lawyer|lawyers]], making sure lawyers practice law ethically, and disbarring those who don't act ethically.<ref name=":2" /> The Super Modern Legal Board Act was later repealed and the Redmont Bar Association abolished by the [https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/legal-reform-act.22597/ Legal Reform Act] in 2024.<ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/legal-reform-act.22597/|name=Legal Reform Act|section=3|author=CaseyLeFaye|introducer=CaseyLeFaye|publication_date=13 August 2024|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref>


The [[Department of State]] held elections shortly afterwards, resulting in the founding Council being elected. The founding Council consisted of [[Culls]], [[AsexualDinosaur]], [[TheSnowGuardian]], [[Anthony_org]], with [[Dr_Eksplosive]] being the Chairperson of the RBA.  
In 2026, [[Representative]] [[ToadKing]] proposed the reintroduction of the RBA, stating "Establishing a professional association for lawyers encourages cooperation, professional development, and the progress of legal standards,” and "The current “BAR”, established under [https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/executive-order-37-25-the-bar-bring-it-forth.32751/ Executive Order 37/25], is ill-equipped to facilitate the duties for which it was created.”<ref name=":0">{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/|name=Bar Association of Redmont Act|section=2|author=ToadKing, [[Aladeen22]], & [[Superwoops]]|introducer=ToadKing|publication_date=4 April 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> The bill then passed the [[House of Representatives]] and [[Senate]] and received assent from [[President]] [[Technofied]].<ref>{{Cite forums|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/#post-144901|title=Presidential Assent|author=Technofied|publication_date=2 May 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref>


Around a month later the “BAR Act” was proposed, passed, and assented to by President [[Multiman155]]. The act renamed the Redmont Bar Association to the Bar Association of Redmont, as it was originally named the BAR.
The [[Department of State]] held elections shortly afterwards, resulting in the founding Council being elected. The founding Council consisted of [[Culls]], [[AsexualDinosaur]], [[TheSnowGuardian]], [[Anthony_org]], with [[Dr_Eksplosive]] being the Chairperson of the RBA.<ref>{{Cite forums|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/rba-council-election-may-2026.37173/|title=RBA Council Election - MAY 2026|author=Dept. State|publication_date=6 May 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref><ref>{{Cite forums|title=Appoint Dr.Ekplosive to Chairperson of RBA|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/appoint-dr-ekplosive-to-chairperson-of-rba.37288/|author=TheSnowGuardian|publication_date=12 May 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref>
 
Around a month later the [https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-act.39444/ BAR Act] was proposed by Representative [[juniperfig]], passed, and assented to by President [[Multiman155]].<ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-act.39444/|name=BAR Act|section=1|author=juniperfig|introducer=juniperfig|publication_date=21 June 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref><ref>{{Cite forums|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/#post-165062|title=Presidential Assent|author=Multiman155|publication_date=29 June 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> The act renamed the Redmont Bar Association to the Bar Association of Redmont.<ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-act.39444/|name=BAR Act|section=3|author=juniperfig|introducer=juniperfig|publication_date=21 June 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref>


== Governance ==
== Governance ==
The BAR is governed by a Council of 5 members, one of which is the Chairperson of the BAR. The Council votes on motions proposed by fellow Councilors, these may include but are not limited to, policy changes, legal qualification changes, legal exam changes, and guides.
The BAR is governed by a Council of 5 members, one of which is the Chairperson of the BAR.<ref name=":4">{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/|name=Bar Association of Redmont Act|section=10|author=ToadKing, [[Aladeen22]], & [[Superwoops]]|introducer=ToadKing|publication_date=4 April 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> The Council votes on motions proposed by Councilors, which may create and amend regulations on the legal profession, investigate or sanction lawyers, or change internal BAR procedures.<ref name=":1" />
 
The BAR Chairperson (or Chair for short) is the head of the BAR, their duties, according to the “Bar Association of Redmont Act”, are as follows:
 
* Act as first among equals and spokesperson for the RBA;
* Represent the RBA in public communications;
* Cast the deciding vote in the event of a tied Council vote; and
* Hold no additional powers beyond those held by other Councillors, as stated in Section 2.


The Chair may be removed from the position, without losing their Council seat, by an unanimous vote of the Councilors.
The BAR Chairperson is the head of the BAR, charged with presiding over votes on BAR votes, acting as the spokesperson of the BAR, and casting the tie-breaking vote during tied council votes.<ref name=":4" /> By a unanimous vote of all councillors other than the chairperson, the chair may be vacated.<ref name=":4" />


According to the “Bar Association of Redmont Act”, no Council member shall hold:
Members of [[Congress]], [[Magistrate|Magistrates]], [[Federal Court judge|Judges]], [[Justice of the Supreme Court|Justices]], the President, [[Vice president]], and [[Attorney General]] may not serve on the BAR Council.<ref name=":4" />
 
* The position of President, Vice President, or Attorney General;
* A seat in Congress; or
* A Judicial Officer appointment.


== Membership ==
== Membership ==
Membership into the BAR is granted automatically to all with Solicitor+ as their legal qualification. Members of the BAR can give out suggestions to the Council, vote on new Council members, and gain important information on the current state of their license to practice law.
Membership into the BAR is granted automatically to all [[Solicitor|solicitors]], [[Barrister|barristers]], and [[Attorney|attorneys]].<ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/|name=Bar Association of Redmont Act|section=8|author=ToadKing, [[Aladeen22]], & [[Superwoops]]|introducer=ToadKing|publication_date=4 April 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref> Only members of the BAR may vote in BAR Council elections.<ref>{{Cite bill|url=https://www.democracycraft.net/threads/bar-association-of-redmont-act.36318/|name=Bar Association of Redmont Act|section=12|author=ToadKing, [[Aladeen22]], & [[Superwoops]]|introducer=ToadKing|publication_date=4 April 2026|access_date=15 August 2026}}</ref>
 
== Powers ==
The BAR has the following powers, as shown in the “Bar Association of Redmont Act”:  
 
* Manage the legal profession and exams (with assistance from the Department of Education).
* Providing training, guides, or other assistance to practicing members.
 
The Council has the following powers, as shown in the “Bar Association of Redmont Act”:


* Create, amend, and repeal rules and guidelines on legal ethics, professionalism, and conduct;
== References ==
* Investigate members of the RBA for breaches of ethical, professional, or legal standards.
<references />
* Impose sanctions on members of the RBA in accordance with Part V;
* Set the internal procedures of the RBA;
* Exercise all other powers necessary or incidental to the proper functioning of the RBA.

Latest revision as of 21:07, 15 August 2026

Bar Association of Redmont
Seal of the Bar Association of Redmont
ChairpersonCreeperTD
CouncilorsAsexualDinosaur, OwnedBlock, xVoltrix, NoMoreUno
EstablishedMay 2nd 2026
Key documentBar Association of Redmont Act

The Bar Association of Redmont (BAR), formerly known as the Redmont Bar Association (RBA), is a government entity separate from any branch.[1] The BAR Council manages the legal profession, ensures legal compliance, and may disbar members.[2][3]

History

In 2020, the DC Bar Association was formed by the Legal Board Act.[4] It was established as a board responsible for debating legal policy, advising Congress on legal policy, making sure lawyers are competent, and managing Public Defenders.[5] The DC Bar Association also elected a four member council of its members.[5] The original Council consisted of, Magills0819, TpersonH, LilNickiVert, and with Drew_Hall being the Chair.[citation needed]

In 2021, the DC Bar Association was renamed to the Redmont Bar Association by the Modern Legal Board Act.[6]

In 2022, the Redmont Bar Association was disbanded by the Even Moderner Legal Board Act[7]

In 2023, the Redmont Bar Association was established again by the Super Modern Legal Board Act[8] It was charged with advising the government on advising the government on regulating the legal profession, providing legal resources to lawyers, making sure lawyers practice law ethically, and disbarring those who don't act ethically.[4] The Super Modern Legal Board Act was later repealed and the Redmont Bar Association abolished by the Legal Reform Act in 2024.[9]

In 2026, Representative ToadKing proposed the reintroduction of the RBA, stating "Establishing a professional association for lawyers encourages cooperation, professional development, and the progress of legal standards,” and "The current “BAR”, established under Executive Order 37/25, is ill-equipped to facilitate the duties for which it was created.”[10] The bill then passed the House of Representatives and Senate and received assent from President Technofied.[11]

The Department of State held elections shortly afterwards, resulting in the founding Council being elected. The founding Council consisted of Culls, AsexualDinosaur, TheSnowGuardian, Anthony_org, with Dr_Eksplosive being the Chairperson of the RBA.[12][13]

Around a month later the BAR Act was proposed by Representative juniperfig, passed, and assented to by President Multiman155.[14][15] The act renamed the Redmont Bar Association to the Bar Association of Redmont.[16]

Governance

The BAR is governed by a Council of 5 members, one of which is the Chairperson of the BAR.[17] The Council votes on motions proposed by Councilors, which may create and amend regulations on the legal profession, investigate or sanction lawyers, or change internal BAR procedures.[2]

The BAR Chairperson is the head of the BAR, charged with presiding over votes on BAR votes, acting as the spokesperson of the BAR, and casting the tie-breaking vote during tied council votes.[17] By a unanimous vote of all councillors other than the chairperson, the chair may be vacated.[17]

Members of Congress, Magistrates, Judges, Justices, the President, Vice president, and Attorney General may not serve on the BAR Council.[17]

Membership

Membership into the BAR is granted automatically to all solicitors, barristers, and attorneys.[18] Only members of the BAR may vote in BAR Council elections.[19]

References

  1. ↑ Bar Association of Redmont Act, section 4, a bill written by ToadKing, Aladeen22, & Superwoops and proposed by ToadKing on 4 April 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Bar Association of Redmont Act, section 11, a bill written by ToadKing, Aladeen22, & Superwoops and proposed by ToadKing on 4 April 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  3. ↑ Bar Association of Redmont Act, section 16, a bill written by ToadKing, Aladeen22, & Superwoops and proposed by ToadKing on 4 April 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Legal Board Act, section 2, a bill written by Milkcrack and proposed by Milkcrack on 24 November 2020. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Legal Board Act, section 3, a bill written by Milkcrack and proposed by Milkcrack on 24 November 2020. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  6. ↑ Modern Legal Board Act, section 4, a bill written by AlexanderLove and proposed by FracturedGhast7 on 2 December 2021. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  7. ↑ Even Moderner Legal Board Act, section 3, a bill written by The_Donuticus and proposed by Aladeen22 on 2 December 2022. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  8. ↑ Super Modern Legal Board Act, section 4, a bill written by Dartanman and bibsfi4a and proposed by bibsfi4a on 31 January 2023. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  9. ↑ Legal Reform Act, section 3, a bill written by CaseyLeFaye and proposed by CaseyLeFaye on 13 August 2024. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  10. ↑ Bar Association of Redmont Act, section 2, a bill written by ToadKing, Aladeen22, & Superwoops and proposed by ToadKing on 4 April 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  11. ↑ "Presidential Assent" by Technofied on the DemocracyCraft forums. Published 2 May 2026, accessed 15 August 2026.
  12. ↑ "RBA Council Election - MAY 2026" by Dept. State on the DemocracyCraft forums. Published 6 May 2026, accessed 15 August 2026.
  13. ↑ "Appoint Dr.Ekplosive to Chairperson of RBA" by TheSnowGuardian on the DemocracyCraft forums. Published 12 May 2026, accessed 15 August 2026.
  14. ↑ BAR Act, section 1, a bill written by juniperfig and proposed by juniperfig on 21 June 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  15. ↑ "Presidential Assent" by Multiman155 on the DemocracyCraft forums. Published 29 June 2026, accessed 15 August 2026.
  16. ↑ BAR Act, section 3, a bill written by juniperfig and proposed by juniperfig on 21 June 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  17. ↑ 17.0 17.1 17.2 17.3 Bar Association of Redmont Act, section 10, a bill written by ToadKing, Aladeen22, & Superwoops and proposed by ToadKing on 4 April 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  18. ↑ Bar Association of Redmont Act, section 8, a bill written by ToadKing, Aladeen22, & Superwoops and proposed by ToadKing on 4 April 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
  19. ↑ Bar Association of Redmont Act, section 12, a bill written by ToadKing, Aladeen22, & Superwoops and proposed by ToadKing on 4 April 2026. Accessed on 15 August 2026.
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