§ 102-468. Violations.

(a)

Any intentional violation of this code of ethics in public contracting, the furnishing of false or misleading information to the purchasing agent with respect to the disclosures and duties outlined herein shall subject the violator to:

(1)

The purchasing agent making a recommendation for imposition of an administrative sanction not to exceed $1,000.00, which sanction shall be deposited into the general fund of Fulton County; and/or

(2)

A public reprimand.

(b)

In addition to those sanctions provided for at subsection (a), with regard to a violation of this code of ethics committed by an employee of Fulton County, the purchasing agent may recommend to the board of commissioners or the appropriate appointing authority disciplinary action in accordance with the personnel rules and regulations of Fulton County.

(c)

In addition to those sanctions provided for at subsection (a), with regard to a violation of this code of ethics committed by any person, business, or other entity, the purchasing agent may commence debarment proceedings in accordance with applicable ordinances of Fulton County.

(Res. No. 13-0052, 1-23-13)