A solicitor seeking registration in another State under the Mutual Recognition Act 1992 (Cth) must disclose pending criminal charges and related disciplinary investigations, even where the alleged conduct occurred in another occupation, if the investigation might lead to disciplinary proceedings in relation to the solicitor's fitness to practise. The Supreme Court retains inherent jurisdiction to set aside registrations effected irregularly under the Act, notwithstanding the statutory review mechanism to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. Additional disclosure requirements in approved forms under s 39(2) guidelines are lawful where complementary to the statutory scheme.
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