Comparing And Contrasting Code Of Ethics

Comparing and Contrasting Codes of Ethics The Manual of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences has a set Code of Ethics and Conduct in place to promote professionalism and proper personal conduct for all of its members and partners (American Academy, n.d.). It states that all members and affiliates of the Academy are prohibited from practicing any behaviors, whether professional or personal, that is not in the greater interests of the Academy. Some examples of the Academy’s objectives include: advocating forensic science research and education, refining the practices, and helping to promote the standards and further the ideals of these sciences (n.d.). This Code of Conduct also prohibits several other behaviors (American Academy, n.d.).

The committee’s duties are to conduct investigations and act as a listening party for the conduct of associates that may initiate a violation. This body of officials will also be a consultant that considers the views and activities of individuals in relation to the rules. There is a short list included of specific reasons that would require an investigation by the Ethics Committee. The first of these principles is in the event an associate submitting a written complaint that claims a violation has been made by anyone affiliated to the Academy or the committee. The second states that the committee shall put forth an examination if any evidence comes forth and may call for investigation under the principles of the bylaws

“When psychologists believe that there may have been an ethical violation by another psychologist, they attempt to resolve the issue by bringing it to the attention of that individual, if an informal resolution appears appropriate and the intervention does not violate any confidentiality rights that may be involved” (2012). The American Academy of Forensic Sciences’ Code of Ethics does not mention that members should confront other members personally over possible ethical issues. If an ethical violation becomes harmful, and an informal resolution is not appropriate, psychologists may then refer it to state or national level committees, state licensing boards, or institutional authorities (National Association, 2010). “This standard does not apply when an intervention would violate confidentiality rights or when psychologists have been retained to review the work of another psychologist whose professional conduct is in question”