Standards and Principles of Ethical Conduct Flashcards
What is the second of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(2) Soldiers will not hold financial interests that would conflict with conscientious performance of duty.
What is the first of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(1) Public service is a public trust, requiring Soldiers to place loyalty to the Constitution, the laws and ethical principles above any private gain..
What is the third of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(3) Soldiers will not engage in financial transactions using Government information that isn’t available to the general public, or allow the improper use of such information to further any private interest.
What is the fourth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(4) All Soldiers will not, except as permitted by the Standards of Ethical Conduct, solicit or accept any gift or other item of monetary value from any person or entity seeking official action from, doing business with, or conducting activities regulated by the Army, or whose interests may be substantially affected by the performance or nonperformance of the Soldier’s duties.
What is the fifth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(5) Soldiers will always put forth honest effort in the performance of their duties.
What is the sixth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(6) Soldiers will not knowingly make unauthorized commitments or promises of any kind appearing to bond the Government.
What is the seventh of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(7) Soldiers will not use their public office for private gain.
What is the eighth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(8) Soldiers will act impartially and not give preferential treatment to any private organization or individual.
What is the ninth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(9) Soldiers will protect and conserve Federal property and will not use it for other than authorized purposes.
What is the tenth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(10) Soldiers will not engage in outside employment or activities, including seeking or negotiating for employment, that conflict with official Government duties and responsibilities.
What is the eleventh of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(11) Soldiers will disclose waste, fraud, abuse, and corruption to appropriate authorities.
What is the twelfth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(12) Soldiers will satisfy in good faith their obligations as citizens, including all financial obligations, especially those – such as Federal, State, or local taxes – that are imposed by law.
What is the thirteenth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(13) Soldiers will adhere to all laws and regulations that provide equal opportunity for all Americans regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or handicap.
What is the fourteenth of the Fourteen General Principles of Ethical Conduct?
(14) Soldiers will avoid any actions creating the appearance that they are violating the law or the ethical standards set forth in the Standards of Ethical Conduct.
