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Improprieties
can take many forms. Examples of improper behaviors
include seeking any favor, soliciting any gift, or actually
receiving any gift or the promise of one, whether it
be money, services, travel, food, entertainment, or
hospitality that could be construed as a reward for
past or future services; improperly intervening to expedite
administrative processes; or accepting private employment
in conflict with the proper discharge of official court
duties. In addition, any mode of conduct that casts
doubt on the integrity and impartiality of the legal
system is forbidden. While court employees cannot regulate
the conduct of others, they can conduct themselves in
a manner that inspires public confidence in the role
they play in the pursuit of justice. Proper conduct
involves daily and scrupulous affirmation of moral principles
and observance of all laws, nobles, policies, and procedures.
Personnel Rule:
Rule 9.05 C (3) b authorizes discipline of employees for “just cause.”
Glossary of Terms in Personnel Rules for the definitions of “just cause”:
1: failure to comply with federal and state constitutions, statutes, municipal ordinances, rules and regulations;
15: attempting to use influence to affect a court action’s outcome;
17: using, selling or possessing intoxicants or controlled substances;
18: being under the influence of intoxicants or controlled substances while on duty;
23: acting in a manner that reflects poorly upon the integrity of the Judicial Branch;
24: participating in unauthorized political activity;
25: being convicted of a felony, misdemeanor or municipal.
Judicial Branch Policies for At-Will Employees:
§§6.02 (permitted and prohibited political activity);
9.03 (drug and alcohol testing).
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