Ethics Commission
Rhode Island Ethics Commission
RIEC
63/100
Summary
The Rhode Island Ethics Commission is constitutionally established and enforces the Code of Ethics for all state and municipal elected officials and public employees. It has been notably active in ethics enforcement.
Independence Scorecard
63/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 3 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
- Rhode Island General Laws, Chapter 36-14 — Code of Ethics
- Citation
- R.I. Gen. Laws §§ 36-14-1 to 36-14-20
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
All state and municipal elected officials and public employees