Ex-Governor Suspended, Faces Bar Complaint

Former North Carolina Governor Michael Easley has consented to the entry of an order of interim suspension. He recently tendered a plea of guilty to one count of certifying a false campaign report, a felony. The order provides that the State Bar will file a formal complaint in connection with the conduct that resulted in the conviction.

The SunNews.com has details about the criminal proceedings here. (Mike Frisch)