Where can I get advice if I believe something I might do is subject to restrictions or prohibitions imposed by the conflict of interest law?
The Commission's Legal Division provides free, confidential advice to anyone subject to the conflict of interest law. Advice also may be sought from your town counsel, city solicitor or agency counsel. To obtain advice from the State Ethics Commission Commission, call 617-371-9500 or 888-485-4766.

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1. What is a conflict of interest?
2. Who is a public employee?
3. Are consultants or vendors hired by state, county or municipal agencies public employees subject to the conflict of interest law?
4. Where can I get advice if I believe something I might do is subject to restrictions or prohibitions imposed by the conflict of interest law?
5. When should I seek advice from the Commission's Legal Division?
6. When will my request for advice be answered?
7. If I believe someone has violated the conflict of interest law, how do I file a complaint? Is there a form?
8. What happens once I make a complaint?
9. How long does the process take?
10. If a complaint is filed against me, can I get a copy of it?
11. If a complaint is filed against me, can I learn who filed the complaint?