Ariz. Admin. Code § 13-14-103

Current through Register Vol. 30, No. 50, December 13, 2024

Section R13-14-103 - Constable Code of Conduct

A. A constable shall:

1. Comply with all federal, state, and local law;

2. Act in a manner that promotes public confidence in the constable's office;

3. Be honest and conscientious in all professional and personal interactions;

4. Avoid a conflict of interest, including the appearance of a conflict of interest, in the performance of constable duties;

5. Perform constable duties without:

a. Bias or prejudice; and

b. Regard for kinship, social or economic status, political interests, public opinion, or fear of criticism or reprisal;

6. Maintain accurate public information regarding the performance of the constable's duties including the daily activity log required under A.R.S. § 11-445;

7. Provide complete and accurate answers to questions regarding court and other procedures available to an individual who comes in contact with the constable's office;

8. Act at all times in a manner appropriate for an elected public official;

9. Be courteous, patient, and respectful toward all individuals who come in contact with the constable's office;

10. Inform an individual who asks for legal advice that as a matter of law, a constable is not allowed to give legal advice while performing the constable's official duties; and

11. Comply with all training requirements relating to being a constable.

B. A constable shall not:

1. Use or attempt to use the constable position to obtain a privilege or exemption for the constable or any other person;

2. Use public funds, property, or other resources for a private or personal purpose;

3. Solicit or accept a gift or favor from any person known to do business with an Arizona justice court;

4. Solicit or accept payment other than mandated compensation for providing assistance that is part of an official duty;

5. Use words or engage in other conduct that a reasonable person would believe reflects bias or prejudice based on race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status;

6. Disclose confidential information received in the course of performing an official duty unless disclosure is required by law; or

7. Use information received in the course of performing an official duty for personal gain or advantage.

Ariz. Admin. Code § R13-14-103

New Section made by final rulemaking at 24 A.A.R. 1518, effective 6/30/2018.