Opinion 11-67


April 29, 2013






Dear Judge :


         This responds to your inquiry (11-67) asking if you may attend the City of [ ] Police Benevolent Association annual awards dinner and tribute to fallen officers.


         The Committee previously has advised that a judge may attend a Police Benevolent Association fundraiser (see Opinion 02-81). Based on the Committee’s earlier opinion and the information you provided, it is ethically permissible for you to attend the City of [ ] Police Benevolent Association annual awards dinner and tribute to fallen officers.


         Opinion 02-81 is enclosed for your information.


 

Very truly yours,


 

 

George D. Marlow, Assoc. Justice

Appellate Division, First Dept. (Ret.)

Committee Chair


Enc.