§ 2-768. Purpose.

The code of ethics is established to remind each public official and employee that individually and collectively, public officials and employees must adhere to high ethical standards not simply to avoid sanctions or criticism, but because it is the right thing to do. Standards and guidelines established by or pursuant to the code of ethics should be construed and implemented with sensitivity, integrity, and a good faith commitment to advance rather than evade or circumvent the evident or stated spirit and purpose of ethical rules. Public officials and employees should not give unduly narrow or legalistic constructions to specific provisions of applicable ethics codes, standards, or rules and regulations.

(Code 1956, § 22B-3)