Havre de Grace, MD · Harford County
Ethics Complaint Form
This form lets a complainant report alleged violations of the Public Ethics Law to the City of Havre de Grace Ethics Commission and provide supporting information and documents.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Use this form to identify the complainant and respondent, describe the alleged acts, and list relevant sections of the Public Ethics Law if known. The complainant also acknowledges confidentiality requirements, signs an oath affirming the complaint is true to the best of their knowledge, and submits the form to the Ethics Commission. The form states that emailed and faxed copies are not accepted.
Who needs it
A person submitting a complaint about alleged Public Ethics Law violations to the City of Havre de Grace Ethics Commission needs to complete this form.
Why it needs a notary
The complainant signs the Oath and Signature section under oath before a notary, who completes the sworn-to-before-me block and commission information.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the Ethics Complaint Form and review its confidentiality, oath, and submission instructions.
- 2
Fill In The Complaint
Enter complainant and respondent information, describe the alleged acts, and include supporting documents or descriptions.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary for the form’s Oath and Signature section.
- 4
Sign On Video
Sign the oath during the online notarization session so the notary can complete the notarial block.
- 5
Submit To The City
Send the completed form to the Ethics Commission Chair using an accepted method; the form says emailed and faxed copies are not accepted.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Havre de Grace. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I submit the completed ethics complaint form?
- The form lists the City of Havre de Grace Ethics Commission Chair as the recipient and says emailed and faxed copies are not accepted. Follow the form’s submission instructions and confirm the accepted delivery format if unsure.
- Do I need to sign the complaint before a notary?
- Yes. The form includes an oath stating that the complaint and attachments are true and correct to the best of the complainant’s knowledge, information, and belief, followed by a notary block.
- Can I sign this form with a commissioned online notary?
- Maryland’s remote-notarization framework is based on the Revised Uniform Law on Notarial Acts, codified in State Government Article, Title 18, Annotated Code of Maryland, and in effect since 2020. Confirm the Commission’s submission requirements for a remotely notarized form.
- What information does the complaint form request?
- It requests the complainant’s contact information, respondent details if known, a description of the alleged acts, relevant Public Ethics Law sections if known, and supporting documents or descriptions.
- Who should I contact if I am unsure about filing requirements?
- The form provides the Ethics Commission Chair’s mailing address and the City’s telephone number. Confirm with the county, city, or town if unsure about any filing or delivery requirement.
Ethics Complaint Form in other Maryland cities
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