§ 9-1103. Attempt to influence choice of lawyer

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   (a) Prohibited act. -- An employer, superior, union official, member of a union, guild, or similar group, or another person connected with the employment of a covered employee entitled to benefits under this title may not attempt to influence, directly or indirectly, the choice of a lawyer by the covered employee:

   (1) through corruption;

   (2) by threat or force; or

   (3) for personal gain.

(b) Penalty. -- A person who violates this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $ 1,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months or both.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 101, § 69; 1991, ch. 8, § 2.

                    
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