ASIS International Code of Ethics

Aware that the quality of professional security activity ultimately depends upon the willingness of practitioners to observe special standards of conduct and to manifest good faith in professional relationships, ASIS International (ASIS) adopts the following Code of Ethics and mandates its conscientious observance as a binding condition of membership in or affiliation with the organization:

ARTICLE I
A member shall perform professional duties in accordance with the law and the highest moral principles.

ARTICLE II
A member shall observe the precepts of truthfulness, honesty, and integrity.

ARTICLE III
A member shall be faithful and diligent in discharging professional responsibilities.

ARTICLE IV
A member shall be competent in discharging professional responsibilities.

ARTICLE V
A member shall safeguard confidential information and exercise due care to prevent its improper disclosure.

ARTICLE VI
A member shall not maliciously injure the professional reputation or practice of colleagues, clients, or employers.