| A legal investigator is dedicated to a search for truth and the furtherance of his employer or his client's interest consistent therewith. This search for truth makes possible the establishment of the American ideals of fairness and justice for the benefit of the client in every case that the investigator works on. It should be the intention of every investigator to deal honestly, justly and courteously with all whom he comes in contact and to practice his profession according to this code of Ethics. |
Professional Relations |
Section 1. |
The Legal Investigator will extend the effectiveness of his profession by cooperating with other investigators and related professions, and by the exchange of information and experience so long as the interests of his clients or employers are not violated. |
Section2. |
He will not advertise his work, skill or merit in an unprofessional manner or in dramatic, misleading or exaggerated fashion, and he will avoid all conduct or practice likely to discredit or do injury to dignity and honor of his profession. |
Relations With The Public |
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Section 3. |
The Legal Investigator will, when the appropriate opportunity presents itself, explain to the public the role of his profession in the furtherance of the administration of justice. |
Section 4. |
He will not knowingly violate any right or privilege of any individual citizen which may be guaranteed or provided by the United States Constitution, any State constitution, or the laws of the State and Federal Governments or any subdivision thereof. |
Section 5. |
He will make all his reportings based upon truth and fact and will only express honest opinions based thereon. |
Section 6. |
He will not disclose or relate or betray in any fashion that trust of confidence placed in him by either client, employer or associate, without his consent. |
Section 7. |
He will not suggest, condone or participate in any fashion or degree, for any purpose whatsoever, in entrapment. |
Section 8. |
He shall refrain from accepting an assignment or employment if a personal conflict of interest lies therein. |
Section 9. |
He will deal fairly and equitably with his client or employer, and will clearly explain his duties and the basis for his charges in each undertaking. |
Section 10. |
He will guard against employing those techniques, or utilizing such equipment or devices, that may threaten the life, limb or safety of another. |
Section 11. |
He will not accept commissions or allowance, directly or indirectly, from independent contractors or other parties dealing with his client, employer or associate in connection with work for which he is responsible. |
Section 12. |
He will not allow personal feelings or prejudices to interfere with factual and truthful disclosures on the assignments in which he has been employed or consulted. |
Relations With Investigators |
Section 13. |
He will endeavor to provide the opportunity, education, and skill for the professional development and advancement of investigators in the profession. |
Section 14. |
He will not directly or indirectly injure the professional reputation, prospects, or practice of another investigator. However, if he considers that an investigator is guilty of unethical, illegal, or unfair practice or designs, he will present the information to the proper authority for action. |
Section 15. |
He will uphold, and never abuse, the principle of appropriate and adequate compensation for those engaged in investigative work. |
Section 16. |
He will not criticize another investigator's work except in the proper forum for technical discussion and criticism. |
Section 17. |
He will not compete illegally with other investigators in the solicitation of work. |
Section 18. |
He shall not engage in the unauthorized practice of law. |
Section 19. |
He shall not solicit clientele for any attorney. |
