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Res86 50
Res86 50
PREAMBLE
At the core of the public trust that characterizes public office is the command of
morality by which the office holder is bound to do right. Morality is the very essence of
public ethics which is part and parcel of public office.
His assumption of the office of government auditor casts upon him duties
in respect to his personal and professional conduct that concern his relation to
his colleagues in the office, the auditees subject to his jurisdiction, the rest of
government officialdom, and the general public transacting business with him.
III. FIDELITY TO OATH OF OFFICE
He is bound to act primarily for the benefit of the public and to refrain from
activities which will interfere with the proper discharge of his duties thereto.
He has no right to exercise his functions or use his influence for personal
gain or other private ends. Official authority and public influence are not meant
to be available for personal advancement or enrichment or for the benefit of any
special interest.
He should not suffer his conduct to create the impression that any person
can unduly influence him or enjoy his favor, or that he is affected by the rank,
position or influence of any party.
X. NON-ASSIGNMENT OF SALARY
This Code shall take effect thirty days from its publication in the COA
Bulletin.