McNairy County lawyer allegedly sent sexual texts to client

MCNAIRY COUNTY, Tenn. — A McNairy County lawyer has been censured after sending inappropriate text messages to a client.

A news release states Brian Jackson Petty was representing an indigent client regarding a dependent and neglect matter in Juvenile Court.

The release says Petty created a conflict of interest in the case by sending texts to the client that were sexual in nature.

As a result of his actions, the Board of Professional Responsibility of the Tennessee Supreme Court issued a Public Censure to Petty on Thursday.

The censure serves as a rebuke and warning to the attorney, but does not currently affect his ability to practice law.

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