Note: The Code of Ethics previously adopted April 30, 1988 is under review at this time. For further information, contact Ann Stevens, IALEIA Professional Development Director - stevens@ialeia.org

Adopted April 30, 1988

The integrity of the INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT INTELLIGENCE ANALYSTS (IALEIA) is dependent upon the conduct of its individual members in all membership categories. A code of ethical behavior is set forth herewith for the purpose of providing guidance in achieving a desirable individual and group standard. Members of IALEIA will not:

1) As an officer, director, or agent of the Association, engage in unauthorized discussions concerning

a) ongoing or prospective case specific investigations, b) intelligence activities, or c) official agency information;

2) Unnecessarily delay, refuse, or fail to carry out a proper directive or assigned duty;

3) Act or make promises or commitments on behalf of IALEIA without appropriate authorization;

4) Solicit funds in the name of IALEIA of any IALEIA function or project without proper authorization;

5) Acquire, use, or dispose of IALEIA property without appropriate authorization;

6) Discriminate or harass others on the basis of sex, race, creed, or religion;

7) Accept or solicit gifts, favors, or bribes in connection with official agency or IALEIA duties;

8) Knowingly make false or misleading statements, or conceal material facts, in connection with IALEIA functions or proceedings; or

9) Release any information pertaining to an IALEIA member, including the identification if his or her employer, position, address, telephone number, or level of professional expertise, to any non-members except

a) with the expressed permission of the member concerned, or b) in the course of official investigative proceedings.

In exercising IALEIA duties and responsibilities, members will:

1) Maintain the highest standards of professional propriety;

2) Refrain from any activity with would adversely effect the reputation of IALEIA or IALEIA members;

3) Carry out all Association activities in accordance with prescribed IALEIA procedures and practices;

4) Report violation of IALEIA rules, bylaws, and ethical standards to the Board of Directors;

5) Avoid engaging in criminal, dishonest, disreputable or disgraceful personal conduct;

6) Avoid personal and business associations with felons or persons known to be connected with or engaged in criminal activities;

7) Ensure that all personal financial activities, as they relate to IALEIA, do not reflect adversely on the Association;

8) Maintain a businesslike demeanor, be courteous, and demonstrate a respectful and helpful attitude whenever representing IALEIA.