Code of Maine Rules
02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION
288 - MAINE STATE BOARD FOR LICENSURE OF ARCHITECTS, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS AND INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Chapter 17 - GROUNDS FOR DISCIPLINARY ACTION
Section 288-17-6 - Conflict of Interest
Current through 2024-13, March 27, 2024
Conflict of interest includes, but is not limited to:
1. Accepting compensation for professional services from more than one party on a project unless the circumstances are fully disclosed and agreed to in writing by all interested parties.
2. Failing to disclose in writing to a client or employer any business association or direct or indirect financial interest which may influence the licensee's judgment in connection with the licensee's performance of professional services, or which may create am appearance of impropriety. If such a business association or financial interest exists, the licensee shall fully disclose the nature of the business association or financial interest to the licensee's client or employer in writing. If the client or employer objects, the licensee shall either terminate the business association or financial interest or offer to give up the commission or employment. Notwithstanding the foregoing, violations of Section 6(3) of this chapter cannot be cured by disclosure.
3. Soliciting or accepting compensation from material or equipment suppliers in return for specifying or endorsing their products.
