4.    Members Roles and Conduct

4.5    Laws that apply to Elected Members

The following explanations are provided solely as a guide, Elected Members and the public should seek independent legal advice if they need further information.

4.5.8    The Secret Commissions Act 1910

Under the Secret Commissions Act 1910 it is unlawful for an Elected Member (or officer) to advise anyone to enter into a contract with a third person and receive a gift or reward from that third person as a result, or to present false receipts to Council.

If convicted of any offence under this Act, a person can be imprisoned for up to 2 years, fined up to $1000 or both. Elected Members convicted of these offences will also be automatically disqualified from office.