Employees of the district government are charged at all times with maintaining a high level of ethical conduct in the performance of their official duties. Employees must refrain from engaging in any official action which would adversely affect the confidence of the public in the integrity of the district government.

The District of Columbia Board of Ethics and Government Accountability (BEGA) is responsible for the enforcement of the "Employee Conduct" regulations, and should be contacted for further information at (202) 481-3411, or visit the BEGA website.