Ethical Principles

Public office, whether elected or appointed, may not be used for personal gain or private advantage.

General Ethical Principles

State employees may not:

1. have a financial interest or engage in any activity that is in conflict with the proper discharge of the employee’s official duties.

2. use his/her official position to secure special privileges for himself/herself, family, or any other person or entity.

3. use state resources for personal benefit for themselves, their family members, or any other person or entity.