An attorney learns that their client intends to commit a crime in the future that would result in significant harm to another person. Under the Model Rules of Professional Conduct, what should the attorney do?
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A
The attorney should take reasonable steps to prevent the client from committing the crime, including, if necessary, disclosing the information to the appropriate authorities.
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B
The attorney should not disclose the information and maintain client confidentiality, as the crime has not yet been committed.
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C
The attorney should encourage the client to speak to law enforcement themselves.
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D
The attorney should ignore the threat unless the client has a history of criminal behavior.