SEC. 1.171. ISSUANCE OF SUBPOENAS.
§ 1.171
The Ethics Commission and its Executive Director have the power to issue subpoenas to carry out their responsibilities under the City Charter, including audits of committees and enforcement of ethics rules in this chapter.
The Ethics Commission (and its Executive Director) can issue subpoenas—legal orders requiring people to provide documents or testify—as part of their job. This includes auditing political committees and making sure people follow the ethics rules in this chapter.
- Complex:The phrase 'in furtherance of its duties under the Charter' is somewhat vague and could be interpreted broadly, potentially giving the Commission power beyond the specific examples listed.
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Official text
The Ethics Commission, including its Executive Director, may issue subpoenas in furtherance of its duties under the Charter including, but not limited to, audits of committees and enforcement of the provisions of this Chapter.
(Added by Ord. 234-09, File. No. 090989, App. 11/20/2009)