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

Respectfully,
Bill Brown

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.