(I) Admission a privilege, not a right.
The right to practice law is not one of the inherent rights of every citizen, as is the right to carry on an ordinary trade or business. It is a privilege granted only to those who demonstrate good moral character and fitness to pratice law.
(II) Requirement to establish character and fitness.
All persons who desire to be admitted to practice law shall be required to establish their moral character and fitness to the satisfaction of the Standing Committee on Character and Fitness of the Supreme Court of New Hampshire in advance of such admission.
(III) Burden of proof on the applicant.
Any person who seeks admission to practice law in the State of New Hampshire shall at all times have the burden of pro