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Ethics for Clerks
Knowing the Rules: Ethics for Clerks: Appearance of Impropriety
Vivian the Angel

Principles
1. Impartiality
2. Personal Integrity
3. Professionalism
4. Confidentiality
5. Impropriety
6. Appearance of Impropriety
7. Prohibition Against Giving Legal Advice
8. Duty of Service
9. Competency
10. Discrimination
11. Harassment
12. Technology

Resources
California Code of Ethics
Personnel Rules
What Information Can Court Staff Provide?
Clerk Vivian joins Hell's Angels Court clerk Vivian joins Hell's Angels for the thrill of it and because she loves her Harley. She does not break any laws, but the other bikers are a little scruffy and belligerent.

What's the best response?

1. Clerks are not allowed to join such a group.
 2. Vivian should join a different, less controversial group.
3. Vivian is free to do what she chooses in her free time.

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