4.17. Corruption Of Public Duty

• A government employee who acts outside the interests of the public good or public justice.

• A government employee who demonstrates criminal negligence in their duties.

• A government employee convicted by the Department of Justice for committing a felony while on duty.

- Penal Code (4)17 is a felony punishable by a maximum of 90 months imprisonment and no more than $1000 in fines. This falls under Officer Discretion.