(a) When in defense or as a mitigating factor in an investigation or formal disciplinary charges, the respondent raises a claim of impairment based on alcohol or substance abuse, or other mental or physical health issues, the court, upon application of any person or on its own motion, may stay the investigation or proceeding and direct the respondent to complete an appropriate treatment and monitoring program approved by the court. In making such a determination, the court shall consider:

(b) Upon submission of written proof of successful completion of the monitoring program, the court may direct the discontinuance or resumption of the investigation, charges or proceeding, or take other appropriate action. In the event the respondent fails to comply with the terms of a court-ordered monitoring program, or the respondent commits additional misconduct during the pendency of the investigation or proceeding, the court may, after affording the parties an opportunity to be heard, rescind the order of diversion and direct resumption of the disciplinary charges or investigation.

(c) All aspects of a diversion application or a respondent’s participation in a monitoring program pursuant to this Part and any records related thereto are confidential or privileged pursuant to Judiciary Law sections 90(10) and 499.

(d) Any costs associated with a respondent’s participation in a monitoring program pursuant to this section shall be the responsibility of the respondent.