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5 C.F.R.§2635.502, the impartiality rules, prohibits me from participating in¶
Matter #: U.S.C. §208 is a criminal conflict of interest statute that prohibits me from participating personally and substantially in an official capacity in any particular matter in which I have a financial interest or which certain persons or organizations may have a direct and predictable effect on that interest. This statute is in addition to any state professional conduct rules that may apply.¶
I understand that personal and substantial participation may encompass activities ranging from merely advising on strategy to signing pleads or trying a case.¶
I understand that a particular matter includes both specific party matters, as well as more general matters that focus on an identifiable group (e.g., policy determination that move resources will be spent pursuing institutions or individuals committing health care fraud).¶
I understand that financial interest is the potential for gain or loss as a result of governmental action and that such interests typically arise through ownership of stocks or secured mutual funds, outside activities/employment, and spousal employment.¶
I understand that those interests impeded to me include those of my spouse, minors children, general partners, any organization in which I serve as officer, director, trustee, general partner or employee, and any person organization with whom I am negotiating or have any arrangement concerning prospective employment.¶
I understand that a direct and predictable effect occurs when there is a close social relationship between the man and my financial interest or the financial relationship within which they are involved by someone whose interests are impeded to me. The effect may be positive or negative. The magnitude of the gain or loss is immaterial.¶
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, this matter will not directly and predictably affect my financial interests or those interests imputed to me and my participation in this matter will not violate 18 U.S.C. §208.¶
If you cannot certify to the above statement, do not take any action on the case and immediately contact your supervisor or your Ethics Advisor.¶
Antonia J. Barnes (Printed Name)¶
If you cannot certify to the above statement, do not take any action on the case and immediately contact your supervisor or your Ethics Advisor.¶
Antonia J. Barnes (Printed Name)¶
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