Title 36
Public Officers and Employees

Chapter 14
Code of Ethics

R.I. Gen. Laws § 36-14-1

§ 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.