California Bar Exam Under Fire Following February Fiasco
Following significant issues with the February bar exam, the California Board of Trustees has ordered an independent investigation into the matter. Test takers have expressed their frustration, leading to a strong response from the California Supreme Court, which recently stated the necessity for a return to in-person examinations for the upcoming July session. Amidst the outrage, candidates are calling for accountability from the State Bar of California, citing the exam as a disaster and sparking discussions about potential class action lawsuits. In addition, critics demand the removal of the current test proctor and urge for corrective action to be taken swiftly. Law school deans have even appealed to the court for provisional licenses for graduates who were unable to pass amid the chaos. As the situation develops, the State Bar faces mounting pressure to restore confidence in the examination process.
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