12d. Section 12d

Before the Disciplinary Board commences its hearing in respect of any matter, the Disciplinary

a copy of any written application or complaint and of any statutory declaration or affidavit that has been made in support of the written application or complaint; and

a notice to appear before, and be heard by, the Disciplinary Board and inviting the advocate concerned, within such period as may be specified in the notice but not being less than thirty days—

to give to the Disciplinary Board any written explanation he may wish to offer; and

The Disciplinary Board shall give the advocate concerned a reasonable opportunity to be heard and shall give due consideration to any explanation he may make.