Alabama Show The Code of Ethics for Public Officials, Employees, Etc. extends from Ala. Code § 36-25-1 to § 36-25-30. Penalties for violations of this chapter are specified in Ala. Code § 36-25-27, in addition to a few other penalties specified in specific statutes. For instance, failure to submit a statement of economic interests may result in removal from a ballot as a candidate. Ala. Code § 36-25-15. Class B felonies:
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Commission may agree to an administrative resolution for minor violations of this chapter. Commission may then levy administrative penalties not to exceed $1,000 for violations, plus restitution, including but not limited to: failure to timely file a complete and correct statement of economic interests. The penalties prescribed in this chapter do not in any manner limit the power of a legislative body to discipline its own members or to impeach public officials and do not limit the powers of agencies, departments, boards, or commissions to discipline their respective officials, members, or employees. Ala. Code § 36-25-27. AlaskaClass B felonies:
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A lengthier listing of less common possible offenses against public administration and their specific penalties is listed in Alaska statutes at Alaska Stat. Ann. § 11.56.100 et seq. The Ethics Commission may also recommend sanctions as necessary, (Alaska Stat. Ann. § 24.60.170) which requires either a majority or a 2/3 vote, depending on the type of sanction recommended. Alaska Stat. Ann. § 24.60.174. ArizonaClass 4 felonies:
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Conflicts of interest prohibitions. Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 38-503. Violation of revolving door/representing others before the government restrictions; improper disclosure or use of official and confidential information for personal profit; improper use of position for personal gain. Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 38-504. Receipt of compensation not provided by law for actions within the scope of official duties. Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 38-505. If guilty of violating one of the ethics provisions in Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 38-503 through 38-505, he or she shall forfeit his or her public office or employment, if any. Ariz. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 38-510. ArkansasClass B felonies:
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The Arkansas Ethics Commission may impose fines for violations of certain disclosure rules of between $50 and $3,500 if the violation was negligent or intentional. Ark. Code Ann. § 7-6-218. Any member of the General Assembly or other constitutional officer who commits a public trust crime shall be ineligible to be a candidate or hold constitutional office. Ark. Code Ann. § 21-8-301. CaliforniaBribing is punishable by imprisonment in the state prison for two, three or four years. Cal. Penal Code § 85. Acceptance of a bribe is punishable by imprisonment in the state prison for two, three, or four years and, in cases in which no bribe has been actually received, by a restitution fine of not less than $4,000 or not more than $20,000 or, in cases in which a bribe was actually received, by a restitution fine of at least the actual amount of the bribe received or $4,000, whichever is greater, or any larger amount of not more than double the amount of any bribe received or $20,000, whichever is greater. In imposing a fine under this section, the court shall consider the defendant's ability to pay the fine. Cal. Penal Code § 86. Shall also result in forfeiture of elected office. Cal. Penal Code § 88. Intoxicated while in discharge of the duties of his office is a misdemeanor. Shall result in forfeiture of office. Cal. Gov't Code § 3001. Willful or knowing violation of the statutory chapter on ethics, i.e. Title 9. Political Reform, is a misdemeanor. In addition to other penalties provided by law, a fine of up to $10,000 or three times the amount failed to be reported, unlawfully contributed, expended, gave or received may be imposed upon conviction for each violation. Cal. Gov't Code § 91000. ColoradoClass 3 felonies:
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Crimes commissioned that relate to a public official's office may result in revocation or reduction of pension benefits. Conn. Gen. Stat. Ann. § 1-110a. Any money or property gained through the commission of a crime may be imposed in lieu of a fine and is not subject to limits, except that it shall not exceed double the amount of the defendant's gain from the commission of the offense. Conn. Gen. Stat. Ann. § 53a-44. Class C felonies:
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A legislator who violates conflict of interest provisions shall be subject to sanctions as prescribed by chamber rules. Del. Code Ann. tit. 29, § 1002. District of ColumbiaBribery penalties include a term of imprisonment of no more than 10 years, a fine, or a monetary penalty of twice the benefit received from the bribe. D.C. Code Ann. § 22-712. Corrupt influence of a public official penalties include a term of imprisonment of between 6 months and 5 years, and possible fines. D.C. Code Ann. § 22-704. The Ethics Board may assess penalties for violations of the Code of Conduct of not more than $5,000 per violation in the form of civil penalties, in addition to other actions like public censure or the ordering of restitution. D.C. Code Ann. § 1-1162.21. FloridaSecond Degree Felonies:
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If a state legislator violates the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees, punishments may include: impeachment, removal from office, suspension from office, public censure and reprimand, forfeiture of no more than 1/3 of his or her salary for no more than 12 months, a civil penalty not to exceed $10,000, restitution. Fla. Stat. Ann. § 112.317. GeorgiaA person convicted of bribery shall be punished by a fine of not more than $5,000, or by imprisonment of between 1 and 20 years, or both. Ga. Code Ann. § 16-10-2. Improperly influencing legislative action, or attempting or requesting a benefit to influence legislative action, is a felony punishable by a fine of not more than $100,000 or imprisonment of between 1 and 5 years, or both. Ga. Code Ann. § 16-10-4. Willful and intentional violation of the terms of a public officer's oath shall be punished by imprisonment of between 1 and 5 years. Ga. Code Ann. § 16-10-1. Violations of the Codes of Ethics may result in: a civil fine not to exceed $10,000, and restitution. Ga. Code Ann. § 45-10-28. Altering, stealing, embezzling, etc. any record, process, contract, etc. willfully, then shall be guilty of a felony punishable by a term of imprisonment between 2 and 10 years. Ga. Code Ann. § 45-11-1. GuamThird degree felonies:
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Actions obtained by virtue of a violation of the Standard of Conduct are voidable in the same manner as voidable contracts. Restitution also required. 4 G.C.A. § 15211. HawaiiClass B felonies:
Violations of the Code of Ethics may result in: voiding any favorable action obtained by virtue of the violation; restitution requirements. Haw. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 84-19. Additionally, employees may be subject to reprimand, probation, demotion, suspension, or discharge. Haw. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 84-33. IdahoFelonies:
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Any other violation of the section on Bribery and Corruption with penalties not specified shall be a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 or imprisonment not to exceed 1 year, or both, as well as forfeiture of office and restitution. Idaho Code Ann. § 18-1360. A legislator convicted of any crime under the Legislative Power chapter shall forfeit his or her office and be forever disqualified from holding any office in the state. Idaho Code Ann. § 18-4706. Failure to disclose a conflict of interest is a civil offense, punishable by not more than $500. Idaho Code Ann. § 74-406. IllinoisClass 2 felonies:
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Upon finding that a violation of Government Ethics and Lobbying provisions occurred, the board may: issue a cease and desist order; order remedial action; order the violator to file any information as required, publicly reprimand the violator; make a written recommendation to the violator's appointing authority that the violator be removed or suspended from office, if applicable; recommendation of impeachment, if applicable; order a violator to pay a civil penalty of not more than $2,000 per violation; refer the complaint and supporting information to an AG or county attorney with a recommendation for prosecution or enforcement of criminal penalties. Iowa Code Ann. § 68B.32D. KansasSeverity level 5 nonperson felonies:
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Any violation of the State Governmental Ethics provision, except as otherwise specified, is a misdemeanor subject to censure or forfeiture of office based upon a determination by the ethics commission. Kan. Stat. Ann. § 46-243. Violations of criminal law provisions are sentenced according to guidelines provided by law that depend on the severity level and the number of crimes committed. Kan. Stat. Ann. § 21-6804. KentuckyClass B felonies:
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Violations of the Code of Legislative Ethics may constitute ethical misconduct, (Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 6.611) over which the Legislative Ethics Commission has jurisdiction, and may issue civil penalties or recommend discipline to be voted upon by the respective chamber from which a violator originated. Ky. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 6.666. LouisianaPublic bribery penalties include a fine of not more than $100,000 or imprisoned for no more than 5 years, or both, plus restitution and forfeiture of any property offered or accepted in commission of the crime. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:118. Corrupt influencing penalties include term of imprisonment of no more than 10 years and a fine of not more than $10,000, or both. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:120. Injuring public records in the first degree punishable by imprisonment of not more than 5 years, a fine of no more than $5,000, or both. Injuring public records in the second degree punishable by imprisonment for not more than 1 year, a fine of no more than $1,000, or both. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:132. Filing false public records punishable by no more than 5 years, a fine of not more than $5,000, or both, plus restitution. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:133. Malfeasance in office punishable by no more than 5 years imprisonment, $5,000 fine, or both, plus restitution. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:134. Abuse of office punishable by up to $5,000, imprisonment between 1 and 5 years, or both, plus restitution. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:134.3. Unauthorized retaining or diverting for personal use any part of the salary or fees to any other public officer or employee punishable by not more than 5 years, $5,000 fine, or both. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:135. Salary extortion has the same penalty range. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:136. Public payroll fraud punishable by not more than $1,000, imprisonment not to exceed 2 years, or both, plus restitution. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:138. Political payroll padding punishable by not more than 5 years imprisonment, no more than $5,000, or both. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:139. Public contract fraud punishable by no more than $1,000, imprisonment no more than 2 years, or both. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:140. Prohibited splitting of profits, fees or commissions punishable by a fine of not more than $10,000, imprisonment of up to 10 years, or both. La. Stat. Ann. § 14:141. Violation of any of the ethics provisions within the jurisdiction of the Board of Ethics, except violations of the Campaign Finance Disclosure Act, may impose a fine of not more than $10,000, censure a violating elected official or person, or both. Employees may be subject to removal, suspension, reduction in pay, or demotion, or a fine of not more than $10,000, or both. La. Stat. Ann. § 42:1153. MaineClass C crimes:
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Regardless of classification of a crime, may fine any higher amount that the limits prescribed that does not exceed twice the pecuniary gain derived from the crime by the defendant. Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 17-A, § 1301. Ethics violations may be penalized by reprimand, censure, or expulsion or other penalties. Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 1, § 1022. Bribery is a misdemeanor. Although misdemeanors usually involve a possible term of imprisonment no more than 1 year, bribery penalties result in between 2 and 12 years imprisonment, a fine between $5,000 and $25,000, or both. Persons convicted of bribery also lose voting rights and the right to run for public office. Md. Code Ann., Crim. Law § 9-201. Upon finding a violation of the Public Ethics Law, the Ethics Commission may require a respondent who is a regulated lobbyist to file reports or information, impose a fine of no more than $5,000 for each violation, or suspend registration of a regulated lobbyist. Md. Gen. Provis. § 5-405. MassachusettsIn addition to other remedies provided by law, a violation of the Public Ethics Law shall be grounds to void any state action taken based on the violative act or acts. Additionally, the Commission may issue an order for restitution and a fine in the amount of the economic advantage gained by the violation or $500, whichever is greater. May also, upon approval of the Attorney General, order payment of additional damages in an amount not to exceed twice the advantage. Maximum damages a violator may be ordered to pay is $25,000, but the commission may bring a civil action if in excess of that amount. Mass. Gen. Laws Ann. ch. 268A, § 9. Corrupt gifts, offers or promises to influence official acts punished by a fine of no more than $100,000 or by imprisonment not to exceed 10 years, or both. Results in ineligibility to serve in any public office in the state. Mass. Gen. Laws Ann. ch. 268A, § 2. Other compensation for official duties punishable by a fine of not more than $10,000, imprisonment for not more than 5 years, or both. Mass. Gen. Laws Ann. ch. 268A, § 4. Violations of confidentiality or perjury requirements relating to a commission proceeding punishable by a fine of no more than $10,000, imprisonment for not more than 5 years, or both. Mass. Gen. Laws Ann. ch. 268B, § 7. MichiganFelonies:
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Violations of conflict of interest provisions are punishable by 2/3 vote of the legislature in a manner determined thereby. Mich. Comp. Laws Ann. § 15.308. Retaliation for reporting a suspected violation subject to a civil fine of not more than $500. Mich. Comp. Laws Ann. § 15.342b. When punishments for criminal violations are not otherwise prescribed by statute, felonies are punishable by imprisonment not more than 4 years or a fine of no more than $5,000, or both. Mich. Comp. Laws Ann. § 750.503. Likewise but with misdemeanors, imprisonment not to exceed 90 days or a fine not to exceed $500, or both. Mich. Comp. Laws Ann. § 750.504. MinnesotaBribery punishable by imprisonment not more than 10 years or a fine of not more than $20,000, or both. Also results in forfeiture and permanent disqualification from holding public office. Minn. Stat. Ann. § 609.42. Corruptly influencing a legislator punishable by maximum 5 years imprisonment and fine of $10,000. Minn. Stat. Ann. § 609.425. Misconduct of a public officer or employee punishable by a maximum of $3,000 fine and 1 year imprisonment. Minn. Stat. Ann. § 609.43. Illegally occupying a public office punishable by maximum 1 year imprisonment and fine of no more than $3,000. Minn. Stat. Ann. § 609.44. Unauthorized compensation paid to a public officer is a misdemeanor. Minn. Stat. Ann. § 609.45. Misdemeanors punishable by maximum of 90 days imprisonment, $1,000, or both. Minn. Stat. Ann. § 609.02. For violations of the campaign finance and public disclosure provisions, the ethics board may impose civil penalties and issue orders for compliance. Minn. Stat. Ann. § 10A.022. MississippiDozens of ethics-adjacent criminal penalties with varying fines and maximum terms of imprisonment are listed at Miss. Code. Ann. § 97-7-1 et seq. Offering or receiving things of value intended to influence a public official is a felony, punishable by imprisonment up to 10 years and a fine of up to $5,000, or both. Also results in forfeiture of office and permanent disqualification from holding any public office in the state. Miss. Code. Ann. § 97-11-53 & 97-7-55. Fraud or embezzlement committed in public office punishable by maximum 10 years imprisonment and $5,000 fine, and results in permanent disqualification from holding public office. Miss. Code. Ann. § 97-11-31. Performance of duties before taking oath of office is a misdemeanor, punishable by maximum $500 fine and imprisonment of 1 year. Miss. Code. Ann. § 97-11-41. Violation of confidentiality of an ethics commission proceeding is a misdemeanor with a maximum fine of $1,000 and imprisonment of 1 year. Willfully filing a false complaint is a felony, punishable by fine of between $1,000 and $10,000 and a term of imprisonment of no more than 5 years. Failure to file a disclosure statement is a misdemeanor punishable by no more than $10,000. Miss. Code. Ann. § 25-4-31. Violation of conflict of interest provisions subject to censure and civil fine of no more than $10,000 and removal from office. Miss. Code. Ann. § 25-4-109. MissouriClass E felonies:
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Failing to file a financial interest statement can result in a denial of any public compensation, legal action to enforce disclosure requirements, removal from office, and a fee of $10 for each day a statement is late. Mo. Ann. Stat. § 105.492. MontanaBribery punishable by maximum 10 years imprisonment and $50,000 fine, plus permanent disqualification from holding public office in the state. Mont. Code Ann. § 45-7-101. Threats and other improper influence in official and political matters punishable by maximum 10 years imprisonment and $50,000 fine. Mont. Code Ann. § 45-7-102. Criminal use of office or position punishable by maximum $500 fine and imprisonment of 6 months. Mont. Code Ann. § 45-7-103. Official misconduct punishable by maximum $500 fine and imprisonment of 6 months. Mont. Code Ann. § 45-7-401. Violation of nepotism law is a second degree misdemeanor punishable by $50 to $1,000 fine and imprisonment for no more than 6 months. Mont. Code Ann. § 2-2-304. The ethics commission may issue administrative penalties of between $500 and $10,000 for violations of the ethics code, as well as recommend additional disciplinary measures. Mont. Code Ann. § 2-2-136. NebraskaUpon finding that the Nebraska Political Accountability and Disclosure Act or any rule or regulation promulgated thereunder, the ethics commission may order the violator to cease and desist the violation, file any information as required, pay a civil penalty of no more than $2,000 per violation, or costs of the hearing in a contested case where the violator failed to appear. Neb. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 49-14,126. Class IV felonies:
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A public officer convicted of any felony or malfeasance in office shall forfeit of his or her office, and shall be permanently disqualified from holding any public office in this State. Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 197.230. Class C felonies:
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Ethics commission is authorized to impose civil penalties for violations of ethics matters under its jurisdiction, which may not exceed $5,000 for a first willful violation, $10,000 for a second separate willful violation, and $25,000 for a third. May issue a penalty not to exceed $5,000 for attempts to interfere or prevent an ethics investigation. Additionally, may issue recommendations of disciplinary action to the chamber from which a violator holds office, such as removal. Nev. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 281A.480. New HampshireClass B felonies:
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Public corruption profiteering subject to penalties of $500,000, $25,000, or $75,000 depending upon severity, or three times the value of any property involved in the crime. N.J. Stat. Ann. § 2C:30-8. First degree crimes:
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Joint legislative ethics committee on ethical standards is able to impose, for violations of the state conflict of interest provisions: fine of between $500 and $10,000 per violation, reprimand, restitution, removal from office, permanent disqualification from serving in public office in the state. N.J. Stat. Ann. § 52:13D-22. New MexicoThird degree felonies:
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State Ethics Commission may institute a civil action in district court, or refer a matter to the attorney general or a district attorney, for a violation of the Financial Disclosure Act. Violation of the financial disclosure act are punishable by civil restraining order, and a civil penalty of up to $250 for each violation up to $5,000. N.M. Stat. Ann. § 10-16A-8. Violations of the Governmental Conduct Act are subject to the same range of penalties. N.M. Stat. Ann. § 10-16-18. State Ethics Commission may impose civil penalties for violations of the procurement code of not more than $1,000 for each procurement in violation of the code. N.M. Stat. Ann. § 13-1-196. New YorkClass A felonies:
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Violations of the Code of Ethics may result in fines or removal from office or employment. Civil penalty shall not exceed $10,000 and the value of any benefit received as a result of such violation. N.Y. Pub. Off. Law § 74. North CarolinaClass C felonies:
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If the ethics committee finds a violation of ethics and elections occurred, it may issue a private admonishment to a legislator, refer the matter to the Attorney General for criminal investigation and prosecution, or refer the matter to the appropriate house for action, which may include censure and expulsion. N.C. Gen. Stat. Ann. § 120-103.1. North DakotaClass C felonies:
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Each house of the legislative assembly is empowered to punish, by imprisonment, as for contempt, a person who is guilty of one or more of the following: knowingly arresting a member or officer of the house or procuring such member or officer to be arrested in violation of the member or officer's privilege from arrest; disorderly conduct in the immediate view of the house and directly tending to interrupt its proceedings; refusing to attend and be examined as a witness either before the house, any committee thereof, or before any person authorized to take testimony in legislative proceedings; giving or offering a bribe to a member or attempting to menace by corrupt means. N.D. Cent. Code Ann. § 54-03-17. All of the offenses mentioned in this paragraph are also class A misdemeanors. N.D. Cent. Code Ann. § 54-03-18. OhioThird degree felonies:
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Under the campaign finance and financial disclosure act, late filing penalties are of $100 per day, not to exceed a maximum of $1,000. Okla. Stat. Ann. tit. 70, § 2-119. OregonClass B felonies:
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The Oregon Government Ethics Commission may impose civil penalties for violations of the governmental ethics rules not to exceed $5,000 for a violation relating to required filings, $25,000 for violating revolving door prohibitions, or $10,000 for others. Or. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 244.040. PennsylvaniaThird degree felonies:
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Any person who pleads nolo contendere or guilty, or is convicted of extortion, embezzlement, bribery, malfeasance or misfeasance in office, or fraudulent conversion of public moneys or property, or for any misdemeanor in office, shall forfeit his office. 65 Pa. Stat. Ann. § 121. Puerto RicoSecond degree felonies:
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Violations of the Code of Ethics are punishable by up to 3 times the damage caused to the public treasury, and may be disqualified by a term of 10 years from any contract with an executive agency of Puerto Rico, in addition to other penalties. 3 L.P.R.A. § 1760. Bribery, punishable by a fine of between $5,000 and $50,000, or 3 times the value of the bribe, or imprisonment of no more than 20 years. 11 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. § 11-7-5. Embezzlement and fraudulent conversion, punishable no more than $50,000 or 3 times the value embezzled or converted, and imprisonment for no more than 20 years, unless less than $100 embezzled, in which case max penalty is $1,000 and imprisonment of no more than 1 year. 11 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. § 11-41-3. Extortion by a public official, punishable by maximum 15 years imprisonment and $25,000 fine. 11 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. § 11-42-1.1. Threats to public officials is a felony, punishable by maximum 5 years imprisonment and a fine of $5,000. 11 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. § 11-42-4. Knowing and willful violations of the Code of Ethics are punishable by civil penalties, and constitute a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000 and imprisonment not to exceed 1 year. 36 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. § 36-14-19. South CarolinaOffering, giving, soliciting, or receiving anything of value to influence action of a public employee, member or official is a penalty punishable by imprisonment of no more than 10 years and a fine of no more than $10,000. S.C. Code Ann. § 8-13-705. Use or disclosure of confidential information by a public official, member, or employee for financial gain punishable by a maximum fine of $5,000 and 5 years imprisonment. S.C. Code Ann. § 8-13-725. Dual employment violation punishable by civil penalty of $50 per day. S.C. Code Ann. § 8-13-735. Violations of ethics standards all subject to restitution and reprimand by the State Ethics Commission. S.C. Code Ann. § 8-13-780. Technical violations of disclosure requirements punishable by a penalty not to exceed $50. S.C. Code Ann. § 8-13-1170. Late filing or failure to file a report or statement as required punishable by civil penalties including a fine of $100 if the statement or report is not filed within 5 days of a deadline, and a fine of $10 per day for the first ten days after notice of the delinquency is given, and $100 each additional day up to a maximum of $5,000. After the maximum civil penalty has been reached and the report is still delinquent, first offense is a misdemeanor punishable by maximum $500 and imprisonment of 30 days. For a second offense, misdemeanor punishable by between $2,500 and $5,000 and imprisonment of minimum 30 days. For a third or subsequent offense, misdemeanor crime punishable by fine of no more than $5,000 and imprisonment not to exceed 1 year. S.C. Code Ann. § 8-13-1510. Other violations of the ethics chapter where penalties are not specified are punishable as misdemeanors, with a fine of no more than $5,000 and 1 year imprisonment. S.C. Code Ann. § 8-13-1520. South DakotaClass 4 felonies:
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Civil penalties: A violation of nepotism restrictions is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of between $100 and $1,000 (Tex. Gov't Code Ann. § 573.084), and removal from his or her position. Tex. Gov't Code Ann. § 573.081. Late financial disclosure statements subject to civil penalty of $500. If more than 30 days late, commission issues a warning. 10 days after that, a civil penalty may be issued of up to $10,000. Tex. Gov't Code Ann. § 572.033. Frivolous or bad-faith ethics complaints for a maximum of $10,000 civil penalty. Tex. Gov't Code Ann. § 571.176. Delay in complying or violation of a commission order, punishable by a civil penalty of $5,000 maximum, or triple the amount at issue, whichever is more. Tex. Gov't Code Ann. § 571.173. UtahSecond degree felonies:
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Violations of the Public Officers' and Employees Ethics Act may be punishable by dismissal from employment or removal from office. Utah Code Ann. § 67-16-12. VermontPublic officers or employees accepting bribes, if less than $500 in value, imprisonment of not more than 2 years and a fine of no more than $5,000, or both. If $500 or more, punishable by not more than 10 years imprisonment and no more than $10,000 fine. Vt. Stat. Ann. tit. 13, § 1102. Neglect of duty by public officers punishable by maximum 1 year and $1,000 fine. Vt. Stat. Ann. tit. 13, § 3006. VirginiaClass 4 felonies:
Any knowing violation of the General Assembly Conflicts of Interest Act is a class 1 misdemeanor, (Va. Code Ann. § 30-123) and shall be punishable by civil penalties, including $250 for failure to timely file disclosure requirements. Va. Code Ann. § 30-126. Note, however, that enforcement provisions relating to campaign statements or reports are subject to Va. Code Ann. § 24.2-953. Virgin IslandsEmbezzlement or falsification of public accounts, punishable by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 10 years, or both, and permanent disqualification from holding any public office. 14 V.I.C. § 1662. Disclosure of confidential trade secrets (aka improper use of confidential information gained through public office or position) is punishable by a fine of no more than $1,000 and 1 year imprisonment, and removal from employment, if an employee of the Government of the Virgin Islands. 14 V.I.C. § 1665. Knowingly violating conflict of interest provisions is a public offense punishable by between 1 and 5 years or by a fine of no more than $5,000, or a sum equal to any direct monetary gain derived in connection with such violation whichever is greater. 3 V.I.C. § 1108. WashingtonViolations of campaign disclosure rules punishable by civil penalties not to exceed $10,000 for each violation, or three times the amount of a contribution illegally made or accepted, whichever is greater. A false or forged document that is filed, with actual malice, is a class C felony. Wash. Rev. Code Ann. § 42.17A.750. Class B felonies:
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Bribery is a felony, punishable by imprisonment not less than 1 nor more than 10 years, and a fine of not exceeding $50,000. Also results in permanent disqualification from office. Unlawful rewarding of past behavior is a misdemeanor, punishable by between 3 months and 1 year imprisonment and a fine of no more than $5,000, or both. Threats in official and political matters is a misdemeanor, punishable by between 3 months and 1 year imprisonment and a fine of no more than $5,000, or both. Receiving prohibited gifts or gratuities, and trading in public office are both misdemeanors punishable by between 1 year and 3 months in jail and a fine of between $50 and $1,000, or both. W. Va. Code Ann. § 61-5A-9. Misuse of confidential information, prohibited representation, and practicing before a board, agency, commission or department shall constitute a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment up to 6 months and a fine of up to $1,000. Knowingly filing a materially false statement or willfully concealing a material fact in filing the statement is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined no more than $1,000 and imprisoned for no more than 1 year. Knowingly failing or refusing to file a financial statement as required is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of between $100 and $1,000. Willful and knowing disclosure of information made confidential is subject to administrative sanction. Giving false or misleading material information to the commission or inducing another to do so is subject to administrative sanction. W. Va. Code Ann. § 6B-2-10. WisconsinClass H felonies:
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Violators of the Code of Ethics for Public Officials and Employees are subject to civil penalties of up to $500, or not more than $5,000, depending upon the violation. Wis. Stat. Ann. § 19.579. In addition, criminal penalties for violating the Code include fines of between $100 and $5,000 or imprisonment of up to 1 year, or both. Wis. Stat. Ann. § 19.58. Intentional unauthorized release of records or information is subject to a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 9 months, or both. Wis. Stat. Ann. § 19.58. WyomingBribery is punishable by imprisonment for not more than 10 years, a fine of not more than $5,000, or both. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-102. Demanding a kickback is a felony, punishable by no more than 3 years imprisonment and a fine of no more than $5,000. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-117. Violation of conflict of interest prohibitions relating to public investments is a misdemeanor punishable by no more than 6 months imprisonment, a fine of no more than $750, or both. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-118. Violation of conflict of interest prohibitions relating to any contract or appointment is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of no more than $5,000. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-106. An elected or appointed public officer prematurely acting in an official capacity is a misdemeanor punishable by $1,000 maximum fine. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-116. Wrongful appropriation of public property is a misdemeanor punishable for not more than 1 year, fine of not more than $1,000, or both. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-110. Official misconduct is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of no more than $5,000, if he or she obtains a benefit or maliciously causes harm to another, but if not, subject to a fine of no more than $750. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-107. Soliciting unlawful compensation is a felony punishable by imprisonment for no more than 10 years, a fine of not more than $5,000, or both. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-104. Compensation for past official behavior is a felony punishable by imprisonment for no more than 10 years, a fine of no more than $5,000, or both. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-103. Criminal violations described above may result in removal from office after judgment of conviction. Wyo. Stat. Ann. § 6-5-113. Which of the following is a routine government action quizlet?The processing of governmental papers, such as visas , is an example of a routine governmental action. The base fine of an organization sentenced under the Federal Sentencing Guideline for Organizations is always calculated after its culpability score.
Which of the following is a legislation that was introduced to control bribery and other less obvious?The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) is a U.S. statute that prohibits firms and individuals from paying bribes to foreign officials to further business deals. Both the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) are responsible for enforcing the FCPA.
Why was the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act criticized quizlet?Why was the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act criticized? The act formally recognizes the facilitation payments, which would otherwise be acknowledged as bribes.
Which of the following is allowed under the FCPA?The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), enacted in 1977, generally prohibits the payment of bribes to foreign officials to assist in obtaining or retaining business.
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