Recordkeeping
Filers are encouraged to maintain a recordkeeping system to ensure the accuracy and reliability of all information in connection with lobbying activities on behalf of the City.
All reports filed with the Ethics Commission are public records and are available to the public for review and copying. S.F. Admin. Code §67.29-4(a).
Penalties for violation of the Sunshine Ordinance
Failure to file a quarterly report with the required disclosures is a violation of the Sunshine Ordinance and may subject the filer to administrative fines, civil suit and the payment of attorney fees if a private action is necessary to compel filing of the report.