6. The misconduct inquiry against Mr Skrenya began on 4 October 2010. Mr Skrenya requested a postponement so that he could instruct an attorney. He also asked that the Presiding Officer postpone the disciplinary proceedings pending the outcome of the criminal case against him. He made representations to the Director of Public Prosecutions not to pursue the charges against him. The Presiding Officer granted his request for a postponement to 9 and 10 December 2010. On 9 December 2010, by mutual agreement, the matter was postponed further to 4 July 2011.