(a) Generally. Except as provided in subsection (b), an employee may not, other than in the course of the employee's official duties, assist or represent a person in any matter:
(1) before any governmental unit or employee of the County; or
(2) in which the County has an interest.
(b) Exceptions. Subsection (a) does not apply to:
(1) the performance of usual and customary constituent services without additional compensation;
(2) assistance to or representation of an employee without compensation in an employment-related matter by an employee other than an elected or appointed employee;
(3) assistance or representation that is authorized by law or contract; or
(4) non-compensated board and commission members, except that non-compensated board and commission members may not assist or represent a person for contingent compensation in any matter listed in subsection (a).
(1985 Code, Art. 9, § 5-104) (Bill No. 38-03; Bill No. 20-20)
State Code reference – General Provisions Article, § 5-504(a).