Ethics Commission
Michigan Board of Ethics
MBE
45/100
Summary
The Michigan Board of Ethics provides advisory opinions on ethics and conflicts of interest for state officers and employees. It has limited enforcement power compared to many other state ethics commissions.
Independence Scorecard
45/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 4 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Restricted |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 15 — State Officers and Employees, Ethics
- Citation
- Mich. Comp. Laws §§ 15.341-15.348
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Executive branch officers and employees