Ethics Commission

• Ethics Commission
• Jurisdiction of the Ethics Commission
• Obtaining Advice from the Ethics Commission

Complaints and Investigations

• Filing Complaints with the Ethics Commission
• What to Expect if You Are the Subject of an Ethics Commission Investigation

Campaign Laws

• Campaign Contributions
• Independent Expenditures

Ethics Ordinance

• The Ethics Ordinance
• Filing Statements of Economic Interests
• Accepting Gifts
• Accepting Honoraria
• Accepting Loans
• Accepting Travel Expenses
• Conflicts of Interest
• Unlawful Activities of City Officials
• Soliciting Campaign Contributions From City Employees
• Post-Employment Lobbying Restrictions

Lobbying Ordinance

• The Lobbying Ordinance
• Lobbying Firms
• Organization Lobbyists
• Campaign-Related Activities
• Gifts from Lobbyist

Audits

• Selection for an Ethics Commission Audit

Disclaimer: These Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are presented for general guidance only. They do not provide specific advice about a particular set of facts, and may not be relied upon as a defense to a complaint alleging a violation of governmental ethics laws. Please refer to the City of San Diego Ethics Ordinance , the Election Campaign Control Ordinance , and the Municipal Lobbying Ordinance for the law applicable to these matters. For further information, you may contact the City of San Diego Ethics Commission at ethi[email protected].