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    The Advisory Committee on Judicial Ethics has a limited sphere of operation under applicable statutes and court rules.  We can only respond to ethics inquiries from individuals subject to Part 100 of the Rules of the Chief Administrative Judge (22 NYCRR pt 100), such as New York State judges or quasi-judicial officials, regarding their own conduct going forward.  

    Thus, we are not the right place for every question.  The New York State Unified Court System offers the following resources to assist with other kinds of ethics-related inquiries.
     

    Financial Disclosures

    Part 40 - If you are a judge, justice, or court employee with questions about filing financial disclosures pursuant to 22 NYCRR Part 40, please contact the UCS Ethics Commission.  Telephone: 212-428-2899.

    Part 100.5 - If you are a judicial candidate, please see the JCEC's FAQs. For forms and instructions, please contact the UCS Ethics Commission. Telephone: 212-428-2899.

    Part 100.4(H) - Reporting income to the clerk of the court is no longer required. See AO-347 (approved 2/10/23).
     

    For Court Employees

    Non-Judicial Ethics Helpline

    There is a helpline available for all non-judicial employees to call if they have questions concerning ethical issues related to our workplace. Telephone: 888-283-8442.

    Non-Judicial Ethics Conflicts Check 

    Unified Court System employees who plan to engage in outside activities should complete the Conflicts Check Form (internal site).

     

    For the Public

    Suggestions, Comments and Complaints

    If you are a member of the public and have a suggestion, comment, or complaint, please see the resources for Bias & Misconduct Complaints or the court system's Contact Us page for more information.

    Questions About a Judge and/or About Your Case

    If you are involved in a lawsuit, or if you have questions about whether a judge's conduct is proper, it may be helpful to consult an attorney.
     

    Judicial Elections

    If you are a candidate for elective judicial office, you may contact the Judicial Campaign Ethics Center for expedited advice and information on ethics matters relating to or arising out of your campaign conduct. Telephone: 888-600-5232. 
     

    For Attorneys (EXTERNAL)

    As a courtesy, we note that attorneys seeking to comply with the Rules of Professional Conduct (22 NYCRR pt 1200) may seek guidance from a bar association's ethics committee (e.g. NYSBA or NYCBA) or hotline (e.g. NYCLA or NYCBA).