Ethics Commission 2 Current Vacancies 12 Terms Expired Size 13 Members Term Length 2 Years Term Limit 10 Years Governing Body Shelby County Contact Name Marcy Ingram Ethics Officer / Assistant County Attorney Contact Information (901) 222-2100 Membership Information The county ethics commission or a panel there of shall investigate any credible complaint referred by the ethics officer charging a violation under this code of ethics only, by an official, employee, or appointee in its jurisdiction. Complaints under the county charter may be investigated by the county attorney or his or her designee. Complaints under state law or federal law may be investigated by an appropriate state or federal official or body. If the county ethics commission finds that a violation of this code of ethics also violates a provision of state or federal law, it may recommend the remedies set out in subsection (e)(3)d or (e)(3)e. The county ethics commission shall also hold public meetings on an on-going basis to educate the public about ethical behavior and practices by government officials; inform the public of the appropriate process for filing complaints; make recommendations regarding possible rule or ordinance provisions relating to ethics; and maintain an on-going community discussion about ethical practices. The county ethics commission is authorized to establish rules and regulations for the conduct of its activities consistent with this code of ethics. A county ethics commission consisting of 12 members and a chairman shall be appointed to two year terms by the county mayor with confirmation by the board of county commissioners. The membership of the county ethics commission shall consist of not less than six licensed attorneys or persons with a Juris Doctor degree of which three shall be former judges of a court of record or general sessions court, in addition to seven members from the broader community. The county mayor shall ensure that the diversity of the community is reflected in the membership of the ethics commission.
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