State Attorneys General
In response to improper practices by some officials, ILR issued a new set of ethical standards for state attorneys general on October 24, 2007, and is urging its voluntary adoption. The proposed code of conduct provides recommended “best practices” for initiating and conducting investigations and litigation, including guidelines for employing outside attorneys, communicating to the public about an ongoing lawsuit and handling any settlement or award.
- State Attorney General Code of Conduct: Recommended Best Practices for Initiating and Conducting Investigations and Litigation (PDF)
- Report on Policies and Practices of State Attorneys General in Initiating and Conducting Investigations and Litigation (PDF)
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