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2012 Rhode Island General Laws
Title 36 - Public Officers and Employees
Chapter 36-14 - Code of Ethics
Chapter 36-14-1 - Declaration of policy.


RI Gen L § 36-14-1 (2012) What's This?

§ 36-14-1 Declaration of policy. – It is the policy of the state of Rhode Island that public officials and employees must adhere to the highest standards of ethical conduct, respect the public trust and the rights of all persons, be open, accountable, responsive, avoid the appearance of impropriety, and not use their position for private gain or advantage.

History of Section.
(P.L. 1987, ch. 195, § 3.)

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