[arin-discuss] Importance of Corporate Governance

[Dean Anderson]

On Tue, 5 Feb 2008, Paul Vixie wrote:

> > Let's also note: "accused of" and "Temporary Restraining Order".  Anyone
> > can be accused of anything.  Accusation does not translate to guilt.
> 
> agreed.

"Guilt" is not the topic for which this case is cited. This fact is
cited as it indicates character and ethics.

> > And whatever happened with the TRO, anyhow?  Was a permanent injunction
> > ever granted?
> 
> no.

MAPS agreed not to block Exactis. No injunction was necessary, as
Exactis agreed.

> > Was there ever admission of guilt?
> 
> no.

"Guilt" is a matter of a criminal court. Civil courts redress wrongs by
requiring performance or money.  

> > Did a court provide a ruling?
> 
> no.

A TRO is a citable court ruling, and can be cited in other cases. But
the case itself was dismissed upon mutual agreement of the parties, 
without prejudice, meaning it can come back if conditions change.

> > A TRO is _not_ proof of wrongoing.
> 
> agreed.

Agreed. The TRO is proof of sufficient facts so that the plaintiff can 
prevail.

The facts of the TRO are cited here as indications of character and
ethics, which is indeed different from legal wrongdoing. However, the 
character and ethics of ARIN Board Members is relevant.

		--Dean

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