Ethics Commission

Virginia Conflict of Interest and Ethics Advisory Council

CIEAC

53/100

Summary

The Virginia Conflict of Interest and Ethics Advisory Council provides advisory opinions and education on the state's conflict of interest and ethics laws. It is primarily advisory rather than enforcement-oriented.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 53/100 (moderate)
53/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentMixed (multi-branch)
Term length4 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerNo
Compel testimonyNo
Records accessRestricted
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Code of Virginia, Title 30, Chapter 12 — Virginia Conflict of Interest and Ethics Advisory Council
Citation
Va. Code §§ 30-103 to 30-129
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

State officers, employees, and legislators