Legal Question in Legal Ethics in California
can a person with a conflict of interest be on city council? Such as have a business contract with the city
I'm not sure what category of law this falls under- Something with local government.
Asked on 1/21/23, 4:22 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Having a conflict of interest as to a particular contract or matter does not prevent someone from sitting on the city counsel. They must, however, recuse themselves from any proceedings or decisions that affect their private interest.
Answered on 1/22/23, 10:21 am