Ethics Code
/ˈɛθɪks koʊd/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal set of principles and standards guiding ethical conduct within a profession or organization.
The bar association adopted a new ethics code to regulate attorney behavior.
Forms
- ethics code
- ethics codes
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Commentary
An ethics code often serves as a foundational document for disciplinary actions and professional accountability in legal contexts.
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