Public Ethics Law

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1. In General

Definitions.

Legislative findings; policy, liberal construction.

Administration of title.

Other laws.

Officers.

Quorum.

Staff.

Duties.

Regulations.

Oaths and subpoenas.

Exemption from article.

Request for advisory opinion.

Issuance.

Confidentiality.

4. Procedures for Complaint

Complaints; filing; requirements.

Preliminary proceedings.

Hearing.

Disposition.

Judicial review.

Confidentiality.

Referral to prosecuting authority.

Retention of documents.

Protection for complaints.

Restrictions on participation.

Employment or financial interests; general restriction.

Employment restriction - Entities contracting with the County.

Employment restriction - Representation or assistance.

Representation by former employees.

Solicitation or acceptance of gifts or honoraria.

Use of prestige of office or position.

Disclosure or use of confidential information.

County Executive.

Legislative acts of members of County Council.

Suspension of disqualification - County Council.

Persons required to file statements.

Statements required to be filled.

Statements of candidates.

Content of statement.

Interests attributable to individual making statement.

Members of boards, commissions, and authorities.

Public record.

Scope of title.

Registration required.

Termination of registration.

Compensation not to be contingent.

Activity reports by lobbyists.

Activity reports not filed; penalty.

Other reports.

Petition by Commission.

Judicial relief.

Disciplinary action.