A Commander's Quick Reference Manual for Legal Issues.

Abstract

Public service is a public trust, requiring employees to place loyalty to the Constitution, the laws and ethical principles above private gain. Employees shall not hold financial interests that conflict with the conscientious performance of duty. Employees shall not engage in financial transactions using nonpublic Government information or allow the improper use of such information to further any private interest. An employee shall not solicit or accept any gift or other item of monetary value from any person or entity seeking official action from, doing business with, or conducting activities regulated by the employee's agency, or whose interests may be substantially affected by the performance or nonperformance of the employee's duties. Employees shall put forth honest effort in the performance of their duties. Employees shall not knowingly make unauthorized commitments or promises of any kind purporting to bind the Government. Employees shall not use public office for private gain. Employees shall act impartially and not give preferential treatment to any private organization or individual. Employees shall protect and conserve Federal property and shall not use it for other than authorized activities. Employees shall not engage in outside employment or activities, including seeking or negotiating for employment, that conflict with official Government duties and responsibilities. Employees shall disclose waste, fraud, abuse, and corruption to appropriate authorities. Employees shall satisfy in good faith their obligation as citizens, including all just financial obligations, especially those such as Federal, State, or local taxes that are imposed by law. Employees shall adhere to all laws and regulations that provide equal opportunity for all Americans regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or handicap. Employees shall endeavor to avoid any actions creating the appearance that they are violating the law or the standards of conduct.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1999
Accession Number
ADA367469

Entities

Organizations

  • Naval Justice School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Commerce
  • Congress
  • Court Martial
  • Drug Abuse
  • Employment
  • Enlisted Personnel
  • Families (Human)
  • Health Services
  • Law Enforcement
  • Management Personnel
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Personnel
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Recreation
  • Recruiting
  • Sexual Assault

Fields of Study

  • Business

Readers

  • Government and Public Administration Law.