Ethics Commission
Connecticut Office of State Ethics
OSE
63/100
Summary
The Connecticut Office of State Ethics administers the Code of Ethics for public officials and state employees and enforces lobbyist registration requirements.
Independence Scorecard
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 4 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Restricted |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Connecticut General Statutes, Chapter 10 — Codes of Ethics
- Citation
- Conn. Gen. Stat. §§ 1-79 to 1-101rr
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State employees, officials, and lobbyists