Know the Code: Gifts and Gratuities

KNOW THE CODE IS A MONTHLY SERIES HIGHLIGHTING DIFFERENT SECTIONS OF THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO CODE OF ETHICS. THE MISSION OF THE OFFICE OF ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE IS TO ASSIST IN FULFILLING THE COUNTY’S COMMITMENT TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE.   

‘Tis the season for holiday merry-making, shopping and gift-giving. At home, your kids probably think the more presents the better. But at work, you need to know the four ‘Rs’ if you’re offered a gift from an outside business.   

Learn more on how to handle gifts and gratuities in this month’s Know the Code.  

The County’s gift-giving rules apply all year round. To find out more, read the: 

• Board of Supervisors Policy Manual, Policy No. D-7 

• County Administrative Ordinance, Article XXVIII (FPPC Form 700 filers) 

• County Code of Ethics 

• DPC Prohibition of Gifts & Gratuities 

Check out the OEC webpage on InSite for information about upcoming Ethics and Compliance Program events, training and resources including monthly “Know the Code” articles and micro-training videos. 

If you have questions about Ethics and Compliance training and other resources, contact the OEC team at oec@sdcounty.ca.gov or 619-531-5174.  

HHSA staff may also contact the HHSA Business Assurance and Compliance team at compliance.hhsa@sdcounty.ca.gov or 619-338-2807.