Stat. 54-03-17. Stat. /Type /Page 193.140. Punishable by maximum $500 fine. 40:2405(J). La. 2C:27-11 & N.J. Stat. 1-100. Louisiana State Police say they arrested a part-time Mansura police officer, who is also a full-time Marksville police officer, for malfeasance in office . The Ethics Commission may also recommend sanctions as necessary, (Alaska Stat. Stat. Private interest in a public contract. Stat. N.H. Rev. tit. Ann. Ann. 558.011. Stat. 19.58. Abuse of the public trust if the value of the public money or property at issue is $100,000 or more, and results in disqualification from any public office. Aug. 15, 2011; Acts 2016, No. 14:132.Filing false public records punishable by no more than 5 years, a fine of not more than $5,000, or both, plus restitution. Nev. Rev. 49.70. 4903. 12.55.035. N.C. Gen. Stat. A Louisiana grand jury has accused eight police officers of using excessive force in arresting two men after a chase in January. Malfeasance in office carries a penalty of jail time of no more than five years with or without hard labor, or a $5,000 fine, or both. N.J. Stat. Legislators, public employees, and other public servants may face severe consequences for violating the public trust. Utah Code Ann. Knowingly or intentionally have an interest or derive a profit connected by an action of the public servant from a government contract or purchase served by the public servant. Punishable by a sentence of imprisonment for less than 1 year. Ann. Okla. Stat. Code Ann. N.M. Stat. Fine of no more than $250. Rev. Utah Code Ann. Fine not to exceed $1,000. Stat. 5-4-201. Bribery. Code Ann. Gen. Laws Ann. Alaska Stat. 18-8-403. Ann. Gift to a public servant by person subject to his or her jurisdiction. /TrimBox [0.0000 0.0000 612.0000 1008.0000] Ann. Ind. Maximum damages a violator may be ordered to pay is $25,000, but the commission may bring a civil action if in excess of that amount. Ann. Receiving a bribe. Although misdemeanors usually involve a possible term of imprisonment no more than 1 year, bribery penalties result in between 2 and 12 years imprisonment, a fine between $5,000and $25,000, or both. 576.020. N.D. 5-52-105. 45-7-401.Violation of nepotism law is a second degree misdemeanor punishable by $50 to $1,000 fine and imprisonment for no more than 6 months. 33 L.P.R.A. Mich. Comp. Ann. 522.050. 33 L.P.R.A. Ky. Rev. Wash. Rev. 572.033. 5-4-201. Ann. Intentional disclosure or use of confidential information acquired in the course of official duties. Ann. 97-11-53 & 97-7-55. Va. Code Ann. Bribery. (1) For purposes of this Section, a "peace officer" shall be defined as a commissioned state, parish, or municipal police officer, a sheriff, or a deputy sheriff. and Cons. Term of imprisonment not to exceed 6 months. Kan. Stat. Rev. Code Ann. Official misconduct in the first degree. Code Ann. 9 G.C.A. Punishable by a term of imprisonment of 6 to 18 months, (Ohio Rev. Law 9-201.Upon finding a violation of the Public Ethics Law, the Ethics Commission may require a respondent who is a regulated lobbyist to file reports or information, impose a fine of no more than $5,000 for each violation, or suspend registration of a regulated lobbyist. Ann. 5 Ill. Comp. 112.317. Stat. Mich. Comp. Mont. Minn. Stat. 5-405. Mo. Ann. 609.45. /Names << /Dests 32 0 R>> 1-110a. Ann. Class B misdemeanors are punishable by a fine not to exceed $1,000. Class A misdemeanors are punishable by a fine not to exceed $2,500. Bribery. 30-123) and shall be punishable by civil penalties, including $250 for failure to timely file disclosure requirements. Stat. Iowa Code Ann. Ann. Term of imprisonment not to exceed 5 years and a fine of between $750 and $7,500. 0000000629 00000 n Codified Laws 22-12A-2. Ann. 651:2. Misuse of public funds if $100,000 or more. State Ethics Commission may institute a civil action in district court, or refer a matter to the attorney general or a district attorney, for a violation of the Financial Disclosure Act. Receiving or soliciting a bribe if the value of the bribe is $1,000 or less. 45-7-102. Ann. Stat. 11, 1212. Corrupting the government in the first degree. Kan. Stat. 218A.955. Ann. Commission may then levy administrative penalties not to exceed $1,000 for violations, plus restitution, including but not limited to: failure to timely file a complete and correct statement of economic interests. Legislator holding a prohibited interest or in certain contracts, which results in forfeiture of office. Code Ann. 4887. Stat. 4894. Corruption by threat of harm against a public servant. Penalty includes term of imprisonment for not more than 6 months, plus no more than double any gain to the defendant or loss to the victim caused by the crime. 750.117. tit. 53a-36. Ann. Stat. Ann. Stat. Or. Class Dfelonies are punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000. 2C:27-12. Stat. Iowa Code Ann. Iowa Code Ann. Code Ann. 18 Pa. Stat. Ann. 9 G.C.A. Rev. Ann. BATON ROUGE, La. 193.130. Ark. 18-1.3-401. 1-100. Bribery punishable by maximum 10 years imprisonment and $50,000 fine, plus permanent disqualification from holding public office in the state. 21, 306. /Metadata 46 0 R 21-6002. Punishable by imprisonment between 3and 8years. Me. Term of imprisonment not to exceed 1 year. Corrupt influencing penalties include term of imprisonment of no more than 10 years and a fine of not more than $10,000, or both. Wyo. Ann. A Warner Bros. Tenn. Code Ann. Fraudulent alteration of an enrolled copy of any bill or resolution. Amended by Acts 1980, No. Use of public resources for partisan political activity. 11 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. Alaska Stat. Stat. 76-8-105. Rev. Ann. Ann. Ann. Ann. 49.20 & 9 G.C.A. Punishable by term of imprisonment no more than 18 months. 49.50. Ariz. Rev. Salary extortion has the same penalty range. Mo. Utah Code Ann. 2C:43-6. Ann. /Contents 50 0 R Greene died in police custody following a high-speed chase in Louisiana in 2019. Md. And every state does things in its own way. Unlawful compensation for assistance in public matters. Rev. Ann. Ann. Rev. certified full-time, part-time, or reserve peace officer, the P.O.S.T certification of that peace officer shall be immediately revoked pursuant to R.S. Malfeasance in office: RS 14:134.1: Malfeasance in office; sexual conduct prohibited with persons in the custody and supervision of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections: RS 14:134.2: Malfeasance in office; tampering with evidence: RS 14:134.3: Abuse of office: RS 14:135: Public salary deduction: RS 14:136: Public salary extortion: RS . 14-234.1. Mo. tit. 52:13D-22. Ann. 13-1-196. Term of imprisonment not less than 3 years nor more than 7 years, in addition to fines and restitution. Ariz. Rev. The delegation of such lawful duty shall not relieve the public officer or employee of his lawful duty. 14:139.Public contract fraud punishable by no more than $1,000, imprisonment no more than 2 years, or both. 18 Pa. Stat. N.Y. Receiving a kickback. Morrow was represented by George Higgins. 21-6002. /Prev 97816 Late financial disclosure statements subject to civil penalty of $500. 720 Ill. Comp. Stat. Ariz. Rev. Unlawful interest in a public contract. Stat. Ark. 12.1-32-01. Rev. >> His family has said state police initially told them Greene died in a car crash after a police chase. Ann. 53a-161d. 11 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. 33 L.P.R.A. Knowingly filing a materially false statement or willfully concealing a material fact in filing the statement is guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be fined no more than $1,000 and imprisoned for no more than 1 year. Violation of ethics provisions relating to gifts. 53a-148a. Solicitation of unauthorized fee for doing an official act. Stat. Penalties for class D felonies include a term of imprisonment not to exceed 5 years. Okla. Stat. Conn. Gen. Stat. 12.23. 31-18-15. Stat. 15-A:7. (2) In addition to the penalty provided for in Paragraph (1) of this Subsection, a person convicted of the provisions of this Section may be ordered to pay restitution to the state if the state suffered a loss as a result of the offense. Stat. Gov't Code Ann. 28-106. Codified Laws 22-12A-18. 161.625. 9A.20.021. In addition to other remedies provided by law, a violation of the Public Ethics Law shall be grounds to void any state action taken based on the violative act or acts. 0000022223 00000 n N.Y. Pub. Code Ann. These reforms have led to the implementation of critical changes throughout the department and the rebuilding of trust within the communities we serve., When contacted by CNN, Union Parish Sheriff Dusty Gates said, No comment.. Stat. 2929.18. Ann. Code Ann. Misuse of public money, if more than $5,000. Improper influence. Colo. Rev. An elected or appointed public officer prematurely acting in an official capacity is a misdemeanor punishable by $1,000 maximum fine. Official oppression. Stat. (KTVE/KARD) - The Louisiana Department of Safety and Corrections says they have arrested four officers on charges of Malfeasance in Office. Ohio Rev. All Rights Reserved. 1108. Ann. Cal. 19.58. Soliciting unlawful compensation. Utah Code Ann. Sentence of imprisonment not to exceedtwo years. N.M. Stat. Code Ann. Ann. Ann. 14:141.Violation of any of the ethics provisions within the jurisdiction of the Board of Ethics, except violations of the Campaign Finance Disclosure Act, may impose a fine of not more than $10,000, censure a violating elected official or person, or both. Ohio Rev. Code Ann. 9 G.C.A. Mo. 218A.970. Rev. Fla. Stat. Term of imprisonment between 1 and 6 years, with the advisory sentence being 3 years. Stat. Myer was the subject of a Louisiana Inspector General's Office's investigation that launched in Jan. 2015 after the mayor's use of a city-issued credit card was questioned by his opponent during . Idaho Code Ann. Me. N.Y. Rev. tit. Maximum fine of $250,000. Ann. Misuse of confidential information. Non-felonious misconduct in office (e.g. 39-16-404. York initially received a 50-hour suspension for his role, according to the LSP. Penal Law 70.15. Ark. 946.11. CNNs Amanda Musa, Jade Gordon and Jay Croft contributed to this report. 102.99. 11 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. Restitution shall include the payment of legal interest at the rate provided in R.S. 9 G.C.A. Ann. Class B felonies are punishable by a fine of not more than $100,000 and three times the pecuniary gain or loss caused by the crime. Stat. 14:133.Malfeasance in office punishable by no more than 5 years imprisonment, $5,000 fine, or both, plus restitution. Using public motor vehicles for political purposes. Laws Ann. Code Ann. Abuse of public trust, aka self-dealing, if the value of the benefit is between $500 and $5,000. Va. Code Ann. 454, 1; Acts 2002, 1st Ex. Ark. Improperly influencing legislative action, or attempting or requesting a benefit to influence legislative action, is a felony punishable by a fine of not more than $100,000 or imprisonment of between 1 and 5 years, or both. Improper threats to hinder legislation. Ann. Ann. Utah Code Ann. Ann. Ariz. Rev. Idaho Code Ann. Dehon was arrested on charges of malfeasance in office and aggravated battery, Port Allen Police Chief Corey Hicks told news agencies earlier in April 2021. Violations of the Code of Ethics for Lobbyists, if benefit derived is over $1,000 in value or for a subsequent violation of the same provision. Stat. 13, 3006. Soliciting unlawful compensation. 28-925. Fla. Stat. 16.1-10-04. Bribery, if value is over $200. N.H. Rev. Gen. Laws Ann. Maximum sentence of 7 years. Bribery, which results in removal and permanent disqualification from public office. /E 42256 Ann. Ohio Rev. Miss. Solicitation for political purposes. Ann. Utah Code Ann. Stat. Ann. Code Ann. Unlawful alteration of enrolled legislative measure. Code Ann. Gen. Laws Ann. and Cons. Ann. Thecriminal justiceprocess works separately from commissions and committees to impose punishments for wrongdoing. You could also be required to pay any lost money the state suffered due to the offense. Stat. Misuse of public records and files. 5/5-4.5-35. Nev. Rev. Presumptive term of imprisonment of 3 years and $5,000 fine. ch. Minimum: .5 years. Ann. Code Ann. Misuse of confidential information. 24.60.170) which requires either a majority or a 2/3 vote, depending on the type of sanction recommended. Neb. Stat. Ann. 12.33. Embezzlement of public property. You're all set! Idaho Code Ann. Ann. Wis. Stat. N.J. Stat. 21, 307 & Okla. Stat. Official oppression (a penalty for particular types of misuse of official authority). Stat. Me. Ky. Rev. After the maximum civil penalty has been reached and the report is still delinquent, first offense is a misdemeanor punishable by maximum $500 and imprisonment of 30 days. 162.117. 38-505. Kan. Stat. 2C:43-3. /ID [<1bc4d7b43e491cd07af3c6bc8187c81b><1bc4d7b43e491cd07af3c6bc8187c81b>] Penal Law 200.27. Ann. N.J. Stat. Violations of the Public Officers' and Employees Ethics Act, if value of the compensation, conflict of interest, or assistance is between $250 and $1,000. Codified Laws 22-12A-9. Misuse of public funds also results in disqualification to hold public office. Performance of duties before taking oath of office is a misdemeanor, punishable by maximum $500 fine and imprisonment of 1 year. 45-11-1. Cent. Use of official positions to secure or create privileges, exemptions, advantages, or treatment for himself or herself or others in contravention of the public interest. 21-8-304. 18 Pa. Stat. Stat. Vt. Stat. /Resources << Wyo. Ky. Rev. The family is seeking damages for all medical and funeral expenses. Ann. Tex. Stat. /Info 45 0 R Abuse of public trust, aka self-dealing, if the value of the benefit is $25,000 or more. 19.45 & Wis. Stat. endobj Results in ineligibility to serve in any public office in the state. N.M. Stat. Term of imprisonment of not more than 1 year, with presumptive sentences that vary based on circumstance. Or. Retaliation for past official action. 721.5 & 721.7. 21-6002. Stat. Utah Code Ann. Embezzlement of state property by public officers and employees, if $100,000 or more. Extortion. 15.308. Ann. Nev. Rev. Ann. Stat. Ann. Designation of insurer on a public contract. 750.478. Ann. Embezzlement of property received by virtue of office or employment if less than $100,000. Ann. Stat. 730 Ill. Comp. << 5-52-101. By JANET McCONNAUGHEY June 30, 2020. Punishable by imprisonment between 8and 15 years. Ann. Purchase of public office. Utah Code Ann. Imprisonment not less than 3 years, not more than 10 years. Stat. 31-18-15. 11, 1205. 53a-35a. 1662. 946.13. Ga. Code Ann. Nev. Rev. 572.034. After serving his suspension, he returned to active duty pending the outcome of the review by federal and state authorities. Ann. Ann. Punishable by imprisonment of maximum 90 days. Punishable by term of imprisonment between 10 and 20 years. N.Y. Abuse of office, if the value of the benefit is $5,000 to $500. Ann. Ann. Theft in office, if the value is between $1,000 and $7,500, punishable by imprisonment fines plus restitution and permanent disqualification from public office and employment. 8-13-705. Penal Law 200.12. Stat. 45-7-103. Rev. Punishable by term of imprisonment between 1 and 7 years. 4898. Haw. 18-4703 & Idaho Code Ann. Ann. Codified Laws 22-6-1. 15.342b.When punishments for criminal violations are not otherwise prescribed by statute, felonies are punishable by imprisonment not more than 4 years or a fine of no more than $5,000, or both. Rev. 5-4-201. Maximum: 1.5 years. 22-712. << N.H. Rev. Cent. Offer of unlawful benefit to public servant for official behavior, if over $200. Penalty for a gross misdemeanor at maximum is 364 days and a fine of $2,000. Or. Ann. Ann. Ann. 21-6005. Punishable by maximum 3 months imprisonment and $500 fine. Stat. 162.405. endobj Penalties for violations of this chapter are specified in Ala. Code 36-25-27, in addition to a few other penalties specified in specific statutes. Rev. % ; ?L u 0 u ! Ann. 0000006019 00000 n Rev. Anyone convicted of malfeasance of office will have a felony conviction on their record. Peters, the former commander of LSP Troop F, was reported to be retiring in the summer of 2021, after going on terminal leave in July, according to the Advocate. Fines for class B felonies areof not more than $30,000, plus no more than double any gain to the defendant or loss to the victim caused by the crime. We will continue to . Stat. Wis. Stat. Misuse of public money, if $5,000 or less. Ann. Bribery is a misdemeanor. Punishable by term of imprisonment not to exceed 1 year. 80.50. Codified Laws 22-12A-1 & S.D. 42.20.020. /L 98892 this Statute. Ann. Today marks the 57th anniversary of Rev. 9 G.C.A. Ann. Ala. Code 36-25-27. 2921.41. Restitution plus a fine of up to $10,000. Conn. Gen. Stat. 38-504. Corruption of public resources if the value of the resource is between $75,000 and $500,000 and subject to obligation to facilitate a public service, or over $500,000 if not. Rev. 11.56.100 & 11.56.110. Wash. Rev. Trading in public office. Ohio Rev. Persons convicted of bribery also lose voting rights and the right to run for public office. Tex. Wis. Stat. 18-1.3-401. Improper influence. Ann. Cent. Profiteering. Also results in permanent disqualification from office. Gov't Code 91000. 775.082. No more than 12 months imprisonment or $1,000 fine, or both, no less than 3 months imprisonment or $250 fine. Ohio Rev. Misuse of information. /Font << /F12 51 0 R /F17 56 0 R >> 49.60 & 9 G.C.A. tit. Updated But video released two years after the May 10, 2019, incident shows officers kicking, punching and using a Taser on Greene before he died in their custody. 2929.14) and a fine of not more than $5,000. Ark. Rewarding official misconduct in the first degree (if the benefit is for violating a duty relating to investigation, arrest, detention, prosecution, or incarceration of any person for a class A felony). %%EOF Ark. Malfeasance in office is punishable by up to five years in prison, or a fine of up to $5,000, or both, according to the Louisiana State Legislature, while simple battery carries a punishment of up . Fine of between $1,000 and $10,000 or double the gain from the commission of the offense, whichever is greater. Penal Law 70.00. Rev. 6-5-118. 750.503. 18-4701. Compensation for past official behavior is a felony punishable by imprisonment for no more than 10 years, a fine of no more than $5,000, or both. >> Illegal influence between legislators or between legislators and governor. Neb. Ann. His probationary sentence could be reduced to one year if he pays fines, but the felony charge will prohibit him from serving in public office again. 76-8-404. Gov't Code Ann. Wis. Stat. Abuse of public trust if the value of public money or property at issue is between $10,000 and $100,000, and results in disqualification from any public office. 521.050. 0 tit. It shall be unlawful and constitute malfeasance in office for a peace officer to tamper with evidence. 39-16-103. For a second offense, misdemeanor punishable by between $2,500 and $5,000 and imprisonment of minimum 30 days. Bad faith filing a false conflict of interest charge. Haw. 5-4-401. N.D. tit. Fraudulent alteration of a bill or resolution before or after passage. Ann. Fine equal to 4% person's annual income. 54-03-18. 33 L.P.R.A. Stat. Omission in the performance of duty resulting in a loss of public funds or damages to public property if the loss is over $10,000. 12.1-13-02. 33 L.P.R.A. La. Rev. Conn. Gen. Stat. LSP Lt. John Clary was indicted on one count of malfeasance in office and one count of obstruction of justice. In imposing a fine under this section, the court shall consider the defendant's ability to pay the fine. /N 11 Colo. Rev. Rev. Buying and selling offices. 53a-41. Neb. 21, 382. Ann. The charges brought against four Louisiana State Police (LSP) troopers and one Union Parish deputy range from negligent homicide to malfeasance in office and obstruction of justice, according to a copy of the indictment provided to CNN by Union Parish District Attorney John Belton. I saw it. Use of official position to obtain privileges or exemptions. In addition to other penalties provided by law, a fine of up to $10,000 or three times the amount failed to be reported, unlawfully contributed, expended, gave or received may be imposed upon conviction for each violation. Sentence of imprisonment not to exceed 90 days. N.C. Gen. Stat. Sentence of between 1 and 5 years. Me. 121. Imprisonment not more than 6 years. Cell: (504) 373-4624. Del. Colo. Rev. Soliciting unlawful compensation is a felony punishable by imprisonment for no more than 10 years, a fine of not more than $5,000, or both. May also, upon approval of the Attorney General, order payment of additional damages in an amount not to exceed twice the advantage. Ann. Embezzlement of public funds. Ann. Violations of the Public Officers' and Employees Ethics Act, if the value of the compensation, conflict of interest, or assistance exceeds $1,000. Threats and other improper influence, unless the actor threatened to commit a crime or made a threat with the purpose to influence a judicial or administrative proceeding. Colo. Rev. Union Parish Deputy Chris Harpin was indicted on three counts of malfeasance in office. Neb. For example, a state's statutes may not require that a legislator be removed from office for engaging in nepotism, but the offender may still be removed from office if provided for by some other policy or procedure not covered here. Stat. Or. 2C:27-12. Violations of the Public Officers' and Employees Ethics Act if the value of the compensation, conflict of interest, or assistance is $100 or less. Second degree official misconduct. 67-16-12. Misuse of official information. 19.59. Ky. Rev. 9 G.C.A. Code Ann. In May 2021, DeMoss was fired over an excessive force incident not involving Greene, according to a Louisiana state official with knowledge of the investigation. Ky. Rev. 102.99. Receiving prohibited gifts or gratuities, and trading in public office are both misdemeanors punishable by between 1 year and 3 months in jail and a fine of between $50 and $1,000, or both. 17-A, 602. Stat. Ann. Ann. Ann. Ann. A. Malfeasance in office is committed when any public officer or public employee shall: (1) Intentionally refuse or fail to perform any duty lawfully required of him, as such officer or employee; or, (2) Intentionally perform any such duty in an unlawful manner; or. Wis. Stat. Improper designation of a government contractor/supplier. Wash. Rev. Stat. >> 521.020. N.Y. Embezzlement or falsification of public accounts, punishable by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 10 years, or both, and permanent disqualification from holding any public office. 750.214. 6.761. N.J. Stat. 5/33-2. Ann. Ohio Rev. Stat. Ariz. Rev. Neb. Code Ann. Third degree felonies punishable by a sentence of imprisonment not to exceed 5 years. Penal Code 88.Intoxicated while in discharge of the duties of his office is a misdemeanor. Ala. Code 13A-5-11. Del. Alaska Stat. Embezzlement and fraudulent conversion, punishable no more than $50,000 or 3 times the value embezzled or converted, and imprisonment for no more than 20 years, unless less than $100 embezzled, in which case max penalty is $1,000 and imprisonment of no more than 1 year. Pope still faces 19 felony charges of malfeasance in office. Code Ann. Wash. Rev. Note, however, that enforcement provisions relating to campaign statements or reports are subject to Va. Code Ann. /Parent 44 0 R 21-6002. Nev. Rev. N.J. Stat. 11 R.I. Gen. Laws Ann. 18 Pa. Stat. Stat. Louisiana State Police still make and break their own laws. Ann. 3 V.I.C. Mass. What are the penalties for malfeasance of office? Office: (504) 599-5955. We are not done until someone goes to jail for this, she added. N.J. Stat. Stat. The sentencing range is up to 5 years in prison or up to a $5,000.00 fine. First degree official misconduct. Utah Code Ann. Additionally, employees may be subject to reprimand, probation, demotion, suspension, or discharge. 5/5-4.5-50. 18-1353. N.D. 268A, 4.Violations of confidentiality or perjury requirements relating to a commission proceeding punishable by a fine of no more than $10,000, imprisonment for not more than 5 years, or both. Everyone can see it., Greenes sister, Dinelle Hardin, said during a press conference Thursday night, Im really disappointed in the outcome, being that my brother was murdered. Rev. 14:140. Ky. Rev. 10-16A-8. Threats and other improper influence, if the actor threatened to commit a crime or made a threat with the purpose to influence a judicial or administrative proceeding. 5-52-108. 6-5-106. Code Ann. C.(1) Whoever commits the crime of malfeasance in office shall be imprisoned for not more than five years with or without hard labor or shall be fined not more than five thousand dollars, or both. 420/4A-107. Ann. Bribery in the first degree (if bribery would result in arrest or prosecution, or value of the bribe is over $100,000.) 6.611) over which the Legislative Ethics Commission has jurisdiction, and may issue civil penalties or recommend discipline to be voted upon by the respective chamber from which a violator originated. Stat. Kan. Stat. N.J. Stat. Violation of conflict of interest prohibitions relating to public investments is a misdemeanor punishable by no more than 6 months imprisonment, a fine of no more than $750, or both. Punishable by fine of up to $5,000. Bribery for endorsement of a person as a public servant. 12.1-32-01. Idaho Code Ann. Stat. Ohio Rev. Stat. Ann. 4895. 640:5. and Cons. Compensation for services. Term of imprisonment not to exceed 10 years. tit. Ann. Penal Code Ann. Fla. Stat. Unofficial misconduct. Stat. Legislator soliciting or receiving a bribe. Knowingly or willfully soliciting or accepting a gift from a lobbyist, principal, or person acting on behalf of a lobbyist. S.C. Code Ann. Stat. Certain kinds of official misconduct, which results in removal from office. Ohio Rev. Ann. 2C:30-3. Bribery. Stat. Punishable by sentence of imprisonment of up to 364 days. 2C:27-2. (Photo by Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images). Code Ann. Regardless of classification of a crime, may fine any higher amount that the limits prescribed that does not exceed twice the pecuniary gain derived from the crime by the defendant. Code Ann. /S 543 Malfeasance in office or official misconduct is considered a serious crime in Louisiana. Sess., No. 2C:43-3. The range of penalties includes censure, removal from office, permanent disqualification from holding any state position, restitution, decades in prison, and fines up into the hundreds of thousands of dollars. Ann. Maximum penalties include 10 years imprisonment and a fine of $20,000. Provisions may also subject to judicial interpretation and common law principals not included here. State Ethics Commission may impose civil penalties for violations of the procurement code of not more than $1,000 for each procurement in violation of the code. Public bribery penalties include a fine of not more than $100,000 or imprisoned for no more than 5 years, or both, plus restitution and forfeiture of any property offered or accepted in commission of the crime.