"Abuse" means that a government official acted in a manner that is deficient or improper when compared with behavior that a prudent person would consider reasonable and necessary given the facts and circumstances. Abuse also includes the misuse of authority or position to further a personal financial interest or the financial interest of an immediate or close family member or business associate. Abuse does not necessarily involve fraud or a violation of a statute, regulation, or provision of a contract or grant agreement.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 2, § 61102
Note: Authority cited: Section 8546, Government Code. Reference: Section 8546.10, Government Code.