Kentucky Revised Statutes

Ky. Rev. Stat. § 6.606 (2026)

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The proper operation of democratic government requires that a public official be independent and impartial; that government policy and decisions be made through the established processes of government; that a public official not use public office to obtain private benefits; that a public official avoid action which creates the appearance of using public office to obtain a benefit; and that the public have confidence in the integrity of its government and public officials. Effective: September 16, 1993 History: Created 1993 (1st Extra. Sess.) Ky. Acts ch. 4, sec. 2, effective September 16, 1993.

Notes of Decisions
Cited in 1 case, 1995–1995 · leading case: Associated Indus. of Kentucky v. Commonwealth, 912 S.W.2d 947 (Ky. 1995).
Associated Indus. of Kentucky v. Commonwealth, 912 S.W.2d 947 (Ky. 1995). · cites it 2× “606 which states: The proper operation of democratic government requires that a public official be independent and impartial; that government policy and decisions be made through the established processes of government; that a public official not use public office to obtain…”
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