Code of Ethics for Prosecutors [Prokuröride eetikakoodeks]

Name of code

Code of Ethics for Prosecutors [Prokuröride eetikakoodeks]

Originator of code

Prosecutor's Office

Country

Estonia

Original language

Estonian

Year of creation

2013

Type of code

Public institutions

Main frame of accountability

Professional

Transparency

Public

Legal and regulatory context

Mandatory

Implementation and enforcement

Procedural

Diversity

No

AI/automation

No

Abstract

The “Code of Ethics for Prosecutors” applies to all prosecutors of the Republic of Estonia. It creates general rules of conduct and contains multiple principles that cover areas such as honor and dignity, independence, avoidance of conflicts of interest, dignified and courteous communication, membership in civic organisations and activities that might have an effect on the reputation of the prosecutor’s office. The Code also describes the procedures of the Prosecutors’ Ethics Council.

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