Differentiate real and perceived conflict of interests by describing each below.

Real conflict of interest Perceived conflict of interest

Real conflicts of interest arise when an

Situations where a reasonable person

employee's personal interests interfere with his

could believe that a staff member's personal

or her public duties in a way that improperly

interests could unlawfully or excessively

affects how the employee carries out their

influence how they carry out their duties and

duties.

obligations are examples of perceived conflicts

of interest.